on Jan 29, 2024 23 Comments Really good, authentic, and fresh guacamole is one of my favorite foods! While I enjoy eating it after it is freshly made at a Mexican restaurant, I love it so much that I’d rather make my own homemade guacamole any time I want it (which is often). This recipe is so good it will quickly become a favorite due to how delicious it is and how simple it is to make. You can have this ready to enjoy in about 5 minutes! It’s perfect as a dip with chips, with all kinds of Tex Mex dishes like my steak fajitas and even as a topping on a simple salad or grilled meat. Additional Ingredient Options: Grilled corn, sliced off of the cob, adds a bit of crunch and a touch of sweetness. Peppers, such as diced jalapeños or serrano chilis add heat. Here’s how he taught me to pick the best avocados, no matter the variety.
- Check the Navel The navel of the avocado is where the avocado separates from the stem of the avocado plant. When the avocado is ripe, the covering of the navel will easily pop off of the avocado just by lifting it gently with your thumb. If you have resistance when trying to check the navel, then the avocado isn’t ripe. Move along to another.
- Feel It Place the avocado in the palm of your hand and then gently feel the avocado with the other hand.
Too Ripe: If the skin feels as if it has pulled away from the fruit of the avocado, then the avocado is most likely overripe. Not Ripe: If the skin feels hard and doesn’t have any give, then the avocado is most likely green or underripe. Perfectly Ripe: A perfectly ripe avocado will have a slight give to the fruit when applying gentle pressure but won’t feel squishy. The skin will feel supple.
I use simple and fresh ingredients for this Guacamole recipe, with the avocados taking center stage. Other ingredients like lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro, Roma tomatoes, diced onion, garlic and salt. If you choose, you can substitute my Stone House Seasoning for the garlic and the salt. If you do not like garlic in yours, omit it. I sometimes add a sprinkle of cumin to mine, but it’s optional.
How to Make Guacamole
You only need a few simple, but fresh, ingredients for this tasty guacamole. Here’s how to make some of the best guacamole ever.
Storage Tips
Guacamole can turn brown fairly quickly, even though the lime juice in it does slow that oxidation process a bit. Once you slice the avocado, the oxidation process begins. Guacamole is always best enjoyed fresly made, but in case you have any leftover, there are a few methods you can use to save it and try to prevent it from turning brown. To store: Place any leftover guacamole in an airtight container. Press it down firmly with the back of a spoon to make sure there are no air pockets. Option 1: Return pit of the avocado to the airtight container that you’ve pressed down to remove air pockets, cover with plastic wrap, making sure to press the plastic wrap firmly onto the guacamole to keep as much air out. Then, cover the with an airtight lid and refrigerate for up to 1-2 days until ready to serve. Option 2: After pressing the down with the spoon to remove any air, cover the guacamole with a 1/2 inch of cool water, making sure the water covers all the entire surface all the way to the edges. The water keeps oxygen from reaching the guac, thereby halting any oxidation. Then seal with the lid of the container. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. *You can also use lemon or lime juice to cover the entire surface of the guacamole and follow the same steps in covering it as you did with the water, making sure it covers the edges too. Then pour off the citrus juice and mix well when ready to eat within 1-2 days. Just know it could have a bit more zesty citrus taste using this storage method. To use: Pour off the water (or citrus juice) topping the guacamole, stir well, and enjoy.
What to Serve with Guacamole
Of course, this is perfect with tortilla chips and great with Mexican foods and Tex-Mex dishes! It’s a tasty topping to grilled chicken or barbacoa. Pair this guacamole with Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, and my Sheet Pan Nachos. For a casual gathering, serve a your choice of these dishes along with this fresh guacamole, my Restaurant Style Salsa and some queso. If you tried this Easy Guacamole Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below. Thanks for visiting! Enjoy!Robyn xo
