There are so many Guacamole recipes out there, but an authentic guacamole recipe is priceless! Simple, fresh tasting and luscious!
I’ve tried strawberries, goat cheese, mangoes and many other add-ons on guacamole. Yes, some of them are quite good and add a twist on guacamole.
However, having a go to authentic guacamole recipe is a must to start with, and from there you can jazz it up however you like!
So let’s talk everything guacamole now!
AUTHENTIC GUACAMOLE RECIPE
This is the base recipe where you taste the avocado, a tangy lime, a bright cilantro flavor and a faint taste of scallions.
It’s smooth and buttery thanks to the avocado. You can opt for a chunky style guacamole, however I love a good smooth one. I’ll show you how below.
Often times, I’ll top my guacamole recipe with some sliced jalapeños for a kick. I would add it right in the mix, but my daughter loves to eat with us, so I keep the spice on top only.
Other toppings I love to add for color include pomegranate arils or diced tomatoes, maybe strawberries. I love adding them over the guacamole rather than mixing them in.
You can probably mix them in if you know you’ll be finishing off the bowl on the same day. However, if you’d like to store any leftovers in the fridge, it’s best to stick to the classic recipe and keep add-ons over the top while serving only.
Guacamole Ingredients
- Avocado
- Lime juice
- Cilantro
- Scallions
- Salt
Simple pleasures of life!
Avocados:
Use has avocado for maximum flavor, however you can definitely make them with Florida avocados.
Lime juice
Not only does lime add tang to the guacamole, it also helps keep the avocado vibrant and green for a while. You can use lemon if you don;t have lime.
Scallions
Flavor, flavor , flavor! Scallions add the right amount of onion-y flavor to your guacamole without overpowering the dip. You can use red onions if you don’t have scallions on hand, however use about half the amount.
Salt
Salt seasons and flavors the buttery avocado.
Cilantro : Key for Authentic Guacamole Recipe!
The fresh bright taste of guacamole recipes come from cilantro. I would love to say substitute that for parsley, but I can’t. If you have a serious aversion to cilantro, only then try to swap it for parsley, otherwise the flavor of cilantro is unbeatable!
HOW TO MAKE GUACAMOLE
The recipe could not be easier. You have the option of making the dip chunky or smooth, here’s the smooth one.
Use a food processor to make a huge batch in seconds! Start with pulsing the cilantro and scallions only.
This tip is to avoid over processing the avocados and ending up with a watery guacamole dip. I use this tip also in my Homemade Salsa recipe – Another authentic recipe you need to try now!
Add the salt.
Add the lime juice.
Process until you have chunky looking mixture. It should look as if you chopped them up with a knife, not like a paste. Be careful not to over process here.
At that point, add in the avocado halves.
Use the pulse function and process until you get the desired texture you want and stop right there!
I love me a good smooth guacamole texture that melts in your mouth! So I prefer that texture right there!
If you want to make it the chunky one: either pulse the avocados for just three-four times until it breaks down into chunks.
Alternatively, you can use a mortar and pestle (the authentic way). And start by crushing the scallions, salt, cilantro and lime juice. Then add the avocados and mashed it gently with the cilantro mixture to the desired texture.
Finish off the guacamole with a topping of spicy jalapeños.
If you’re serving this for adults who love the spicy kick, then add the jalapeños to the food processor in the first step along with the scallions and cilantro.
Now grab your chips and dip away!
So incredibly delicious. This is hands down the BEST Guacamole recipe you can ever make. And once you make this authentic guacamole recipe, you’ll get creative with add-ons every time. Having this recipe as a base is the way to start.
Can you freeze guacamole?
YES. However there are a few tips and tricks to achieve frozen guacamole perfection. First of all, don’t freeze guacamole if it has tomatoes, or any watery ingredient added on. This classic authentic one is best to freeze.
Place the guacamole in a freezer bag and make sure no air is inside the bag, then freeze the bag for up to 2 months. Defrost it inn the fridge overnight.
If I had to choose, I would freeze mashed avocados rather than freeze a guacamole recipe. Honestly because it’s hard to have extra guacamole dip leftover for a long while! Scroll to the bottom for recipes you can use guacamole for!
How long does guacamole last?
Ideally, you can keep it in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can however still enjoy it up to 7 days later if stored properly. Again, this applies to the authentic guacamole recipe here, no add-ons.
Best way to store guacamole is to place it in a container with a lid. Make sure you flatten the surface of the guacamole well.
Add a thin layer to cover the tops of the guacamole so that the air doesn’t penetrate through. Air causes the guacamole to oxidize and turn brown.
Thin layer of either: water, lemon juice or olive oil. Water is the most common one.
Once ready to use, simply tilt the container to get rid of the water and give the guacamole a mix, then serve right away.
Can I eat Guacamole if it turns brown?
YES. The paragraph above explains why adding a thin layer of water can prevent any air from penetrating the guacamole. Air will cause oxidation and offer that brown color to your guacamole.
Brown guacamole means simply that it’s been exposed to air and oxidized, but it doesn’t mean it has gone bad. It’s definitely not as appealing to eat, however it won’t harm you if you do.
Restaurant Guacamole
Everyone wonders how restaurants keep their guacamole fresh all the time. The secret is either to whip up a quick food processor guacamole like I showed you above.
This takes seconds and you end up with as plenty as a huge food processor bowl filled with guacamole.
The other option is to store guacamole in the fridge with the tip of covering the top surface in water or lemon juice or oil.
But either way, you need to make sure that if you want tomatoes in your guacamole (or any watery add-on), it is best to mix that in during serving and in small amounts.
TIPS FOR GUACAMOLE RECIPE
- The flavor of avocados will depend on the type of avocado you start with. A Hass avocado has more flavor than Florida avocado.
- The texture of the guacamole is completely your choice.
- This recipe demonstrates a smooth luscious style guacamole in the food processor.
- However you can make a chunky guacamole by using a mortar and pestle or mashing the avocado with a fork.
- For the food processor, make sure that you process all ingredients except the avocados first. That way you don’t end up with over processed guacamole.
- Make the authentic guacamole recipe to start with using those basic ingredients and then think of add-ons.
- Don’t add watery ingredients such as tomatoes to the guacamole, except during serving. Add only the amount you’ll need to avoid leftovers.
- Serve the guacamole with the toppings you prefer (toppings are better than blending everything in).
- Store leftover guacamole in an airtight container with a layer of water or lemon juice or olive oil covering the entire top.
- To serve, simply remove that layer of water, olive oil or lemon juice and blend the guacamole using a spoon lightly.
- Freezing avocados is preferable over freezing guacamole.
- To freeze guacamole, make sure it’s the basic guacamole recipe shown here without any additions that can go watery after freezing.
RECIPE TO EAT WITH GUACAMOLE
30 Mins Mexican Tilapia Fish Dinner
Cuban Black Beans Chicken With Rice
Mexican Style Lentil Detox Salad (Vegan)
Smashed Potatoes With Spicy Lamb
Easy Party Snacks for the Big Game
Authentic Guacamole recipe
There are so many Guacamole recipes out there, but an authentic guacamole recipe is priceless! Simple, fresh tasting and luscious!
Ingredients
- 4 ripe Hass avocados
- 2 large scallions minced (white and greens)
- 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro ( about 1 cup) washed
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ( or to your taste)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ( optional)
Instructions
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Use a food processor to make a huge batch in seconds! Start with pulsing the cilantro and scallions only.
This tip is to avoid over processing the avocados and ending up with a watery guacamole dip.
Add the salt.
Add the lime juice.
Process until you have chunky looking mixture. It should look as if you chopped them up with a knife, not like a paste. Be careful not to over process here.
At that point, add in the avocado halves.
Use the pulse function and process until you get the desired texture you want and stop right there!
If you want to make it the chunky one: either pulse the avocados for just three-four times until it breaks down into chunks.
Alternatively, you can use a mortar and pestle (the authentic way). And start by crushing the scallions, salt, cilantro and lime juice. Then add the avocados and mashed it gently with the cilantro mixture to the desired texture.
Finish off the guacamole with a topping of spicy jalapeños.
If you’re serving this for adults who love the spicy kick, then add the jalapeños to the food processor in the first step along with the scallions and cilantro.
Recipe Notes
TIPS FOR GUACAMOLE RECIPE
- The flavor of avocados will depend on the type of avocado you start with. A Hass avocado has more flavor than Florida avocado.
- The texture of the guacamole is completely your choice.
- This recipe demonstrates a smooth luscious style guacamole in the food processor.
- However you can make a chunky guacamole by using a mortar and pestle or mashing the avocado with a fork.
- For the food processor, make sure that you process all ingredients except the avocados first. That way you don’t end up with over processed guacamole.
- Make the authentic guacamole recipe to start with using those basic ingredients and then think of add-ons.
- Don’t add watery ingredients such as tomatoes to the guacamole, except during serving. Add only the amount you’ll need to avoid leftovers.
- Serve the guacamole with the toppings you prefer (toppings are better than blending everything in).
- Store leftover guacamole in an airtight container with a layer of water or lemon juice or olive oil covering the entire top.
- To serve, simply remove that layer of water, olive oil or lemon juice and blend the guacamole using a spoon lightly.
- Freezing avocados is preferable over freezing guacamole.
- To freeze guacamole, make sure it’s the basic guacamole recipe shown here without any additions that can go watery after freezing.
OMG! I’m salivating. I love me some guacamole. My girlfriend makes an oh so delicious guacamole dip and wonder how she gets it so tasty and finger locking good. The recipe sounds easy enough to follow. I HAVE to give this a try. Thanks, May for posting this.
OMG! Thank you La Tania:) Hope you really make this soon and let me know what you think of it!!:) I can eat guacamole everyday!