Chef John's Classic Guacamole
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Cooking:
20 min.
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Servings per container:
12
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Ingredients for - Chef John's Classic Guacamole

1. Minced fresh serrano chili - 2 tablespoons
2. Chopped fresh cilantro, divided - ½ cup
3. Finely diced white onion - ¼ cup
4. Kosher salt for grinding vegetables, plus more to taste - ½ teaspoon
5. Hass avocados - 4 large
6. Diced ripe tomatoes, drained (Optional) - 1 cup
7. Lime, juiced, or more to taste - 1

How to cook deliciously - Chef John's Classic Guacamole

1. Stage

Place minced peppers, 1/4 cup of the chopped cilantro, and the diced onions on a cutting board. Chop them together into very small pieces. Sprinkle with kosher salt. Using the flat side of the knife blade, smear the mixture to work it into a paste, and chop again to achieve as fine a texture as possible.

2. Stage

Stem, halve, and pit the avocados. Scoop out flesh and place in a bowl. Add 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, onion and serrano mixture, salt, and fresh lime juice. Mash with a potato masher to desired texture (smooth or chunky), 5 or 6 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. If not serving immediately, cover and refrigerate. Chef John