Ingredients
Method
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado thoroughly with a fork until you reach your desired texture—creamy or chunky.
- Grate the garlic cloves directly into the mashed avocado and continue mashing to integrate.
- Fold in the diced tomato, finely chopped onion, fresh parsley, and chili pepper (if using) using the fork.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the mixture, add salt to taste, and stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for other dishes.
Notes
Use one fully ripe avocado rather than two that are half-ripe for best texture.
Grate garlic on a microplane for better integration and less harsh flavor.
Use flat-leaf parsley, not curly-it has better flavor and integrates more smoothly.
Add lemon juice last to slow browning and preserve parsley brightness.
Serve within 5-10 minutes of making-guacamole oxidizes quickly.
Store with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface if needed; best served fresh.
