This fresh, simple guacamole recipe is the kind of thing you’ll find yourself making again and again. It’s so versatile that it works just as well spooned over a cooked breakfast as it does piled into lunchtime wraps or served alongside fajitas for dinner.
Beyond the classic pairing with your favourite Mexican-style dishes, this guacamole is brilliant stirred through wraps to give any filling a real flavour boost, served with chopped vegetables for dipping, or spooned onto bacon, eggs and potato rösti for a weekend brunch.
The chilli heat is easy to adjust to suit your family — leave it out altogether for younger kids, or add a little extra for anyone who likes more spice.
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Delicious Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 small clove of garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
- Juice of ½ a lime (reserve the other half and add more if you like)
- Salt and black pepper
Method
1. Peel and remove the stone from the avocados. Put all the ingredients, except the salt and pepper, into a blender and whizz until smooth.
2. Taste and add more lime juice, salt or pepper if needed. Let the guacamole stand for at least 15 minutes before serving so the flavours have time to develop.
Top tip: If you leave one of the avocado stones in the guacamole until you’re ready to serve, it helps stop the mixture turning brown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this guacamole ahead of time?
Yes, it’s best made a little in advance so the flavours can develop — about 15 minutes is ideal. If you’re making it further ahead, keep the avocado stone in the mixture, cover it tightly, and give it a good stir before serving.
How do I stop my guacamole turning brown?
Keeping an avocado stone in the mixture and covering it closely with cling film (pressed right onto the surface) helps slow down browning. A squeeze of extra lime juice also helps.
How can I make this milder for younger kids?
Simply leave out the chopped chilli. You can always serve a little extra chilli on the side for adults or older kids who prefer more heat.
What can I serve guacamole with besides fajitas?
It’s brilliant in wraps, spooned over eggs or potato rösti at brunch, or served with chopped vegetables for dipping.
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