Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 unit

Avocado

peeled, pitted

0.5 bunch

Fresh cilantro leaves

minced

0.5 unit

Red onion

finely minced

3 unit

Jalapeno chiles

stemmed, seeded, finely diced

1 unit

Tomato

seeded, finely diced

1 unit

Lime

juiced

4 tbsp

Extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp

Coarse salt

0.5 tsp

Freshly-grnd black pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Cut the avocados into quarters.

Step 2
~2 min

Remove the seeds and peel from the avocados.

Step 3
~2 min

Place the avocado flesh in a mixing bowl.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~2 min

Mash the avocados with a potato masher or fork until smooth or slightly chunky.

Step 5
~2 min

Mince the fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 6
~2 min

Finely mince the red onion.

Step 7
~2 min

Stem, seed, and finely dice the jalapeno chiles.

Step 8
~2 min

Seed and finely dice the tomato.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the minced cilantro, red onion, and diced jalapenos and tomato to the mashed avocado.

Step 10
~2 min

Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the mixture.

Step 11
~2 min

Pour in the extra virgin olive oil.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 13
~2 min

Beat with a fork to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother sauce, use a food processor.

Add a pinch of cumin for a more complex flavor.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the spice level.

To prevent browning, add a little extra lime juice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours ahead, but best fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips.

Use as a topping for tacos.

Spread on sandwiches or burgers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled steak
Chicken tacos
Fish tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple in Mexican cuisine, often served as a condiment or dip.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Fiestas
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
BBQ
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

75/100

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