Guacamole

“The Real Deal” Guacamole

This recipe is from an old authentic Mexican restaurant in New York City

Here’s What You Need:

3 to 4 ripe avocados, preferably Haas (they will still be firm, but will give easily when pressed)

½ ripe lime (the smoother the skin the better)

½ clove garlic, minced (optional)

½ small shallot, minced  (optional)

½ small jalapeño, minced (save a few seeds for heat!)

About a dozen fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions:

Halve and pit the avocados. Using a  knife, score each half with cuts like shown below:

Scoop out each avocado into a bowl. Grab a potato masher and smash the avocado. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until everything is incorporated.  It will be chunky (the chunkier, the better!)  Scrape into a serving bowl, make sure you save some for others to eat, too.