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Classic Mexican Guacamole

Classic Mexican Guacamole

This recipe was inspired by the tableside version prepared at Rosa Mexicano. To ripen hard avocados, leave them in a closed paper bag at room temperature for a few days.

The Martha Stewart Show, January 2004 http://www.marthastewart.com/312701/classic-mexican-guacamole
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  • Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
    • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 1/4 teaspoons jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for seasoning if desired
    • 1 ripe Hass avocado, pitted, peeled, and coarsely chopped
    • 3 tablespoons tomato, seeded and finely chopped

Directions

  1. With a large mortar and pestle, mash onion, 1 tablespoon cilantro, jalapeno, and salt until smooth and juicy. Add avocado, and mash slightly (avocado should remain somewhat chunky). Stir in tomato and remaining 2 teaspoons cilantro. Season with salt, if desired. Use immediately.

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