Quick Guacamole

Quick and easy guacamole recipe!

April M - August 9, 2007 01:35:53 PM PST

Simple tip for preventing browning of guacamole: save one avocado pit and place in the center of the guacamole after preparation. This will help slow down the browning of the avocados.

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Agree

PEEJ - January 31, 2008 06:21:42 AM PST

I agree with rickflashmem that lime juice works much better with Guacamole than lemon juice does.

I also put in finely chopped red onion and a spoonfull of sour cream.

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Guac without cilantro? Ewww

thehotapplespider - April 14, 2008 02:32:31 PM PST

Try this instead. 2 Avocados mashed, but left sorta chunky. 1 Giant handful of fresh cilantro coarsely chopped. 1/4 cup chopped red onion. A splash of either lime juice or, I always liked a bit of orange juice. Fresh cracked black pepper and salt, to taste. Guacamole shouldn't taste like salsa, it should taste like avocados and cilantro. Most mexican restaurants worth their weight in salt rimmed glasses will use only these two ingredients for their Guac.
If this is too mild for you, try adding some chili powder, preferably Ancho chili pepper. If it starts to brown, stirring usually greens it back up. Enjoy!

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Plus it!

Boiiinng - April 14, 2008 01:41:59 PM PST

Add crushed garlic cloves for an especially tasty mix.

Also, the whole pit stops browning thing has no basis in fact. It's an old hoax. It may make the dish look cool, but it doesn't do anything. As soon as avocado hits oxygen, it will start browning, that's why its shell is so hard. Just keep it in gladware and it should last a couple of days if it has to.

And freshly squeezed lime juice is much better than lemon. Lemon juice makes it worse. I don't know why people keep using that.

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My Guac

Lynn O - April 14, 2008 03:15:27 PM PST

I am with the majority here: chunky fresh avocado, a little salsa, lime juice, sale and cilantro. It is not complete w/o cilantro! Sadly my hubby (the woose) doesn't like cilantro, so I make his in a separate bowl.

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My take on the Guac

Elle - July 8, 2008 09:43:37 AM PST

We've found that using saran/cling wrap with our guacamole, makes it last a little while longer. Simply take a piece of saran wrap and put it directly on the guacamole pressed down flat in the container leaving no air pockets in between the guacamole and the saran wrap. You then put the lid on top on the container and that seals it all in. I usually put an avocado pit in there as well, not sure if this really does much, but it seems like it makes a difference to me.

My family Guacamole recipe:

-4-5 avocados, depending on size
-1 scoop of your favorite tomato salsa
-1 scoop of cottage cheese (small curd variety)
-lemon juice, usually half of a small lemon's worth
-black pepper
-seasoned/season-all salt

The exact amounts of each ingredient usually vary depending on the size of the avocados so it is best made to taste, I start with a little seasoning and add more as I deem appropriate.

Taste best fresh so make it right before enjoying it!

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This is good in a rush

djameslaw - June 20, 2008 12:47:30 PM PST

but the ultimate recipe is :

One large avacado
1/2 small to medium onion, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
I clove garlic, crushed
Lime juice, if you have it
Cilantro, if you have it
salt and pepper to taste


This recipe is the best I ever tasted, and as a mexican food lover, I have tasted alot of guacamole in my day!

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what?!

jenny_snay - June 20, 2008 08:19:00 AM PST

people have been debating over what to put in qucamole for way too long...everyone makes it way to complicated.
all you need is:
a couple avacados mashed but still chunky, maybe 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes, 1/2 cup or less chopped onion, and wait for it....salt to taste.
Thats it! no salsa, no sour cream or garlic, def. no citrus juice or cilantro...try this out and your guacamole will be a major hit.
This is how my mom and I have always made it...and everyone always askes how its done when we go to parties because they absolutely love it!

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Crappy Recipe

alphafox4 - June 20, 2008 08:13:38 AM PST

First of all guacamole is already "quick" to make, a few ripe avocados, cilantro chopped, finely chopped white onion, finely chopped jalapeno, chopped tomatoes, with a bit of garlic, and fresh lime juice, and you are done in 10 minutes--adding salsa to guacamole doesnt make it "quick". Secondly, guacamole and salsa are two separate dishes---you don't combine the two. This is another fleecing of a traditional Hispanic dish and Americanizing it. If you want to eat either dish, make both from scratch and enjoy them traditionally.

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This is not guacamole at all!!!!!!!!

emaleml - May 23, 2008 12:38:19 PM PST

For those interested in a nice traditional mexican recipe. Here it goes!!!
Smashed avocado and leave one of the bones in it. This will prevent it from getting dark or add a little bit of vinegar (1 table spoon). Add chopped CILANTRO, chopped WHITE onion. The secret of guacamole is that it "taste as a whole" and not chunks of everything, so chopped everything small and nice, LEMON JUICE (green ones) and salt!!!! That is it!!!! not need for pepper, garlic, tomato salsa or other crazy things,,,, if you want the traditional recipe from the central or South part of Mexico then add chopped tomatoes in small squares, not salsa,,, disgusting!!!!

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Guac

neelynne - May 23, 2008 09:28:09 AM PST

Avocados with onion, fresh crushed garlic, lime juice, fresh chopped cilantro salt and pepper to taste.

I have lots of guacamole-making experience and, trust me, the pit DEFINITELY works. Will keep your guac looking fresh and green for at least 50% longer. Try it, you'll see. I actually leave two or three of them in.

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yes, but...

marguex_ps - May 22, 2008 05:55:10 PM PST

garlic, lemon or lime, chopped (red?) onions, sour cream (or a creamy dressing of choice--or plain yogurt), cilantro (if you must--I prefer basil from the garden--fresh or dried) These elements seem to balance one another.

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My Guac Should lighten up

just me - May 21, 2008 07:15:00 AM PST

This is a good recipe, and I agree with the comment that lime is better than lemon juice. However, I don't agree with "My Guac", who said that she adds cilantro, but, becasue of the fact her husband dosen't like it, she call him a "woose". I am another husband who hates cilantro and I don't consider myself a "Woose". Instead, I believe that "My Guac" is promoting another "woman's food" that most males don't like. Cilantro is a typical "woman-food", just like salad (no real man eats rabbit food on a regular basis), tofu (who, besides women, eat this stuff?), and rice cakes. Give me a break.
Men like real food, so leave us alone.

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Another fun tip

abbie - May 21, 2008 06:07:33 AM PST

Instead of adding salsa, a little pico de gallo will add the onion, cilantro and a little tomato... but I like some spice as well, so where's the jalepeno? Yum-O

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Cuban Guacamole

whats d use - May 20, 2008 08:28:01 PM PST

1 caribbean avocado (not those wrinkly black tiny avocados)
pinapple chunks about half of the avocado amount
1 tablespoon of lime

►WASH HANDS!
Dice avocado and pineapple, add lime juice, mix contents tenderly, chill and serve..........mmm! ♀

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That

El Boracho - May 20, 2008 06:22:17 PM PST

That recipe is very generic for guacamole. Go with this instead and don't put salsa in your guac. In addition to the avacados and diced tomatoes, chop up some garlic, cilantro, a serano chile, white onions, cracked black pepper, lime juice from a freshly squeezed lime....and stir in some Lawry's Hot Taco seasoning. Also throw in some of the avacado pits into the guac to help slow down the browning. You can even add a little bit of lowfat milk to slow down the browning. Enjoy!

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I would modify this recipe...

Compendious - May 3, 2008 04:30:34 PM PST

I would use lime juice instead of lemon. I would use some extra lime juice to keep the avocados from turning brown. I would add some minced garlic, chopped onion, and a little bit of peach or mango salsa. I hate the smell and taste of cilantro: to me:it smells like a combination of old socks and dirt and to me it tastes like pungent grass. I'd like to find an alternative herb or spice to use in place of cilantro that would compliment guacamole and mexican cuisine.

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All right, all right

Bobby - May 3, 2008 01:50:31 PM PST

I agree that cilantro is sorely lacking from this recipe, and seriously? Skip the salsa, use real tomatoes. They don't take long to chop (it's not like they need to be pretty) and they're a lot better than something bought prepared at the supermarket. I don't use lemon OR lime in my guac; just stick it in the 'fridge for a few hours before eating. It's better chilled anyway.

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imo

jjb962003 - May 3, 2008 01:45:22 PM PST

guacamole shouldnt even have onion in it. it'll take away from the smooth taste of the avocado.

all you need is
avocado
tomato
cilantro
jalapeno (if desired)
lime
salt

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quick flavor tip

Kim R - April 14, 2008 02:12:12 PM PST

When dealing with an unripe or slightly less flavorful avacado or when I need to stretch out the amount to make more... I add a handful of fresh cilantro, one tablespoon of mayo and lots of garlic powder (not SALT)... the mayo add a little flavor and a creaminess to the dip.

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Sounds Yummy

edvmp - April 14, 2008 01:55:14 PM PST

Here's the deal. Use lemon when eating with lime flavored chips. Otherwise, use a lime. To avoid browning in the fridge, place a piece of plastic wrap on top, I mean directly on top of the guacamole. I've heard about using the pit to prevent browning but have not had a chance to test the theory. Also, if you have time, some finely chopped peppers is awesome. Also, you can use chunk pepper in place of a chip. Mue Bueno! (spelling?)

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Guacamole

First L - April 14, 2008 01:50:23 PM PST

you can make your guac. ahead of time if you put the pits in the bowl and cover it. it might look a little brown when you take it out of the fridge but when you take the pits out and mix it up, it's as green as can be. it tastes better if it has time to sit.

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Delish!

Rebecca Bailey - April 14, 2008 01:44:37 PM PST

I love this. Also, add a little garlic salt, to taste. And, when storing in the frig, place one of the avocado seeds in the bowl with the guacamole. This will buy you a few hours.

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Good stuff

DooDoo - April 8, 2008 01:14:04 PM PST

I have been making guacamole this way for years ... easy and tasty !

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i can almost taste it with my own nose!

wesmoller - January 31, 2008 06:50:45 AM PST

if you like the guacamole salad route, i suggest adding fresh pico. to keep the browning away, you just keep it air tight. even in a container, you will need to have plastic wrap touching the guac across the surface and up the sides of the container.

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Secret to Great Guac

Heather - January 31, 2008 06:26:54 AM PST

I have found a little secret--the best guacamole I have ever had was made with orange juice and a hint of lime, rather than just lemon or lime. Try it! Also, if you like cilantro, adding a little really makes the flavors pop.

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Here

rickflashmem - January 28, 2008 02:06:32 PM PST

I make my guacamole in a similar manner, but add chopped fresh onions, a bit of ground pepper (usually black), maybe some hot sauce (just depends on how hot you want), and a dollop of mayonaise (makes it more creamy), I also use lime juice instead of lemon juice - I think lime juice works better than lemon juice in guacamole.

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brown guacamole

Todd Bradley - April 14, 2008 02:27:31 PM PST

I also like to add fresh chopped onions, though the recipe as written works pretty well if you're in a real big hurry. A dash of garlic powder is easy and quick, too, if you don't have time to peel and mince real garlic.

On the topic of the avocado pit and cling wrap, I have in fact had the time to do the experiment. My results are documented here:

http://www.toddbradley.com/?p=686

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