Authentic Guacamole Made Molcajete (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Guacamole Base
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3 ripe Hass avocados, peeled, pitted, and halved
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0.5 small red onion, finely diced
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0.5 medium tomato, seeds removed and diced
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1 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
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0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 lime, juiced
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0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
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0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Cut each avocado in half, remove the stones, and scoop the flesh into a molcajete, mortar and pestle, or mixing bowl.
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Gently mash the avocado using the pestle, fork, or the back of a spoon until mostly smooth but still chunky.
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Add diced red onion, chopped tomato, minced jalapeño, and fresh cilantro to the bowl.
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Pour in fresh lime juice and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
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Fold all ingredients together gently, ensuring guacamole remains slightly chunky. Adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste.
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Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately with tortilla chips or as desired.
# Helpful Notes:
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For the most authentic flavor, use a molcajete to release the essential oils from the fresh ingredients.
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Choose avocados that give slightly to gentle pressure, indicating ripeness without overripeness.
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To prevent browning, press cling film directly against the surface before storing in an airtight container.
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If cilantro is not to your taste, substitute with an equal amount of fresh flat-leaf parsley.
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Overmixing can negatively impact texture; maintain some chunks for best results.