Good guacamole relies on soft, ripe avocados. The Hass variety has a buttery flesh with delicate herbal flavor. If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, crush the first four ingredients in a bowl with a wooden spoon, then use a fork to mash the guacamole.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
With a large mortar and pestle, mash onion, 1 tablespoon cilantro, jalapeño, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt until smooth and juicy.
Step 2
Cut avocado in half lengthwise, and remove pit. Score into cubes, then use a spoon to scoop out flesh into mortar. Mash slightly (avocado should remain somewhat chunky). Stir in lime juice, tomato (if using), and remaining tablespoon cilantro. Season with more salt, as desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Step 3
(Per 1/4-cup serving)
Step 4
Calories: 56
Step 5
Saturated Fat: .7g
Step 6
Unsaturated Fat: 3.9g
Step 7
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 8
Carbohydrates: 3.4g
Step 9
Protein: .8g
Step 10
Sodium: 88mg
Step 11
Fiber: 2.4g
