Easy Spicy Guacamole Recipe

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5 from 2 votes

Hand crafted and seasoned just the way you like it ... and it's super easy to make too!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: dip, spicy

Servings:

Calories: 125kcal

Author: Tricia

Ingredients

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, plus extra for garnish
1 jalapeno pepper, minced (stem and seeds removed)
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion, plus extra for garnish
3 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1 large garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
3 avocados, ripe
½ cup chopped tomatoes for garnish, if desired

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cilantro, jalapeño, onion, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne.
Cut one avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh with a large spoon and add to the bowl with the spices. Using a fork, mash the avocado until mostly smooth and combined with the onion mixture.
Halve the remaining two avocados, remove the pits then carefully make ½-inch crosshatch cuts in the flesh with a table knife. Cut all the way through the flesh but not through the skin. Using a large spoon, carefully scoop out the avocado cubes and add to the mashed mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice on top of the cubes. Using a rubber spatula, fold the cubes into the mashed mixture taking care to leave the guacamole somewhat chunky. Check the seasoning and adjust if needed.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra chopped red onion, cilantro leaves and chopped tomatoes if desired.

Notes

Guacamole is best served immediately but will keep for a day or two if properly stored. Scoop leftover guacamole into a container that has a tight-fitting lid. Squeeze a little extra lime juice on top of the guacamole, then press a piece of plastic wrap onto the dip before sealing with the lid.

Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

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