There just isn't a party at our house without a big bowl of Fresh Guacamole on the table. We consider guacamole paramount to a successful fiesta any night of the week. Firm ripe avocados, diced red onion, tomato, peppers, a touch of Mexican oregano and a few other seasonings to add depth of flavor are all smashed together then finished with tangy fresh lime juice. It's the beginning of festive eats, and a must have appetizer to serve no matter the overall theme of the event.
Tips For Keeping Fresh Guacamole Fresh
When it comes to working with fresh avocados, the most common question is; how do you keep the avocado from oxidizing and turning brown? Short answer is, it can be a bit tricky but, it's certainly not impossible. If you need to prepare it 2 hours or so in advance, truth is, it should be perfectly fine.
More Guacamole Making Tips
- A friend from Arizona gave me an interesting tip. She recommends mixing two or three pits into the prepared guacamole before placing it into a container for storing. She says this will also help keep the guacamole from oxidizing.
- Lime juice mixed in with the mashed avocado really helps by bringing acidity to the guacamole adding flavor and keeping it nice and green.
- One other method is, to pour it into a storage container then press plastic wrap onto the top, then seal it tightly with a lid. You can then chill it, or leave at room temperature for up to 1 hour.
- Remove the pits before serving, of course, then stir well. It's ready to be enjoyed with tortilla chips or as a condiment for taco salads, carnitas, tacos, enchiladas and beyond.
- If you'd like to serve this goodness with fiesta food check out my Crockpot Pulled Chicken Tacos.
- You may also like this recipe for Huevos Rancheros from A Spicy Perspective.
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Fresh Guacamole
Ingredients
- 5 medium ripe avocados
- 1 lime juiced [2 tablespoon lime juice]
- 1-2 Roma tomatoes small diced
- ⅓ cup red onion small diced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium serrano chili or jalapeno pepper seeds removed, diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ¼ teaspoon garlic salt adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon Mexican oregano
- few dashes hot sauce
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl, reserving 3 pits, set aside.
- Use a fork or a potato masher to mash until the avocado is chunky smooth. Immediately add the lime juice.
- Add the remaining ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Mix 3 reserved pits into the guacamole, press plastic wrap on top, then store tightly sealed until serving.
- Serve with tortilla chips or vegetables for dipping.
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My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
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carlarjenkins
Melissa, thanks so much for the post.Really thank you! Keep writing.