Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 unit

ripe avocado

mashed

0.25 cup

sour cream

0.25 cup

milk

1 tsp

onion

minced

1 clove

garlic

mashed to a pulp

0.25 tsp

salt

1 tbsp

fresh cilantro

minced

0.5 tsp

hot pepper sauce

2.5 tbsp

lemon juice

Step 1
~1 min

Peel the ripe avocado and mash it into a smooth pulp.

Step 2
~1 min

In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed avocado, sour cream, and milk.

Step 3
~1 min

Add the minced onion, mashed garlic pulp, minced fresh cilantro, and hot pepper sauce to the bowl.

Step 4
~1 min

Squeeze in the lemon juice.

Step 5
~1 min

Whisk all ingredients together until well combined and smooth.

Step 6
~1 min

Cover and let the mixture stand for at least one hour at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7
~1 min

Serve the avocado hot sauce with tortilla chips or as a topping for other dishes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sauce, add more hot pepper sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking.

Use a high-quality avocado for the best flavor and texture.

Refrigerate leftovers promptly.

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 1-2 days in advance; flavors develop more.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

With tortilla chips

As a topping for tacos

As a spread for quesadillas

With grilled vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tacos
Quesadillas
Grilled chicken
Tortilla chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Texas

Cultural Significance

Tex-Mex cuisine staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Game Day
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

65/100

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