AVOCADO GOODNESS: GUACAMOLE RECIPES!

 
Mexican food has been globally famous for its strong, exotic flavors and its loaded spices. Almost all of their foods are chilly hot because of their jalapeño, a chili pepper which gave Mexican food its warm burning sensation. Mexican food today, after so many years of progression, has evolved into a blend of different native cultures in Mexico.  It has long been a tradition for Mexicans to prepare different kinds of colorful and festive Mexican cuisine during a celebration, one of their traditional cuisine is the Guacamole

Guacamole is a 100% Mexican food which was invented by the Mexican ancestors, the Aztecs themselves during the 16th century. This means that guacamole has been as old as Mexican history foretells.  This Mexican guacamole is actually a sauce primarily made from avocados with a lot of spices such as tomatoes, jalapeños, onions, and lime. This blog has all that you need to know about making this delicious Mexican dip, guacamole. 

 
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Hey Guacamole lovers who just can’t get enough of the ultimate Mexican dip, here are more guacamole recipes that you shouldn’t miss. These recipes go beyond the borders of Mexico. 


These versions obviously show how popular guacamole has become worldwide. Savor and experience the different versions of guacamole from Asia to Europe. Learn two unique guacamole recipes, one made with a French touch and the other in Japanese style.


French Guacamole Recipe

When Paris meets guacamole, this French guacamole is born. This is probably the easiest guacamole recipe of all time. With just very few ingredients, you have the French version of this dip. This dip is flavored up with the classic Vermouth, the French aromatic fortified wine that is made or flavored with a combination of several botanicals including roots, barks, flowers, herbs and spices.  Added with little tarragon, this guacamole dip ends up simple and savory. One tip, large avocados are ideal for this recipe. Bon appétit!

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Ingredients:

o   4 California Avocados

o   1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

o   1 oz. finely chopped shallot

o   3 Tbsp. dry vermouth

o   2 Tbsp. freshly chopped tarragon

o   1 tsp. salt

Procedure:

Slice each avocado in half, remove seeds and peel.

In a large bowl, thoroughly mash California avocados. Toss in the rest of the ingredients. Give a quick stir to combine. Ideally, serve French guacamole immediately along with baguette toasts.

Note: If there are leftovers, store in an airtight container and then chill in the fridge.



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Japanese Guacamole Recipe

Just like the Japanese Art of Origami in which anything can be creatively made out of a simple piece of paper, this guacamole too turns into something really sensational with only few simple Japanese ingredients.  The wasabi, which is the Japanese horseradish, gives this guacamole the spice and hotness you’ll never forget. So don’t ever miss this ingredient. 

You can find this in any Asian grocery store. Try this recipe and then serve Japanese-styled guacamole next to crispy shrimps and with cold beer. Imagine the complimenting sensation you’ll get from indulging into this spicy hot guacamole and ice cold beer. Don’t forget to dip the crispy shrimps into this dip. Trust me, this is a twist you’ll never want to miss. If you’re planning to have a cool drinking session with your friends at home, serve this guacamole and your night will be perfect. 

Again, large avocados are required for this recipe. This serves 4. 

Ingredients:

o   ¾ 3/ 4  cup shredded daikon (Japanese radish)

o   ½ tsp. salt

o   2 ripe, Fresh California Avocados, seeded and peeled

o   ⅓ cup finely sliced green onion

o   ¼ cup fresh salmon caviar*

o   2 Tbsp. plain rice vinegar

o   1 Tbsp. Japanese soy sauce

o   ½ Tbsp. Wasabi paste**

Procedure:

Slice each avocado into halves , remove seeds and peel. 

In a bowl, toss in daikon along with salt; drain in a strainer for 30 minutes. With clean bare hands, firmly squeeze out daikon to remove as much liquid as possible. Set aside in strainer. 

In another large bowl, coarsely mash avocados, making sure not to puree. Stir in the rest of the ingredients and the reserved daikon. Mix well but carefully. Serve immediately next to crispy shrimps.  



 
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Experience this guacamole in a whole new level! This Mexican food combined with the creamy mayonnaise creates an out of this world goodness also with its added spices you just can’t get enough of.  The mayonnaise gives the guacamole a creamy taste which brings out the flavors of the avocados and spices. If you want the same guacamole dip, yet with a brand new flavor, you’d better check out this creative recipe.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large avocados, ripe
  • 3 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • Pepper

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Directions

  1. Prepare a medium-sized or large mixing bowl. Slice your avocados in half, remove the seed carefully, and scoop out the flesh into your mixing bowl.
  2. Mash your avocados using a fork or a potato masher if you have any; do this just enough to make the avocados smooth but not all too mushy, you can leave some avocado bits if you like. 
  3. Pour in your hot sauce and sprinkle the chili powder, minced garlic, mayonnaise, lime juice chopped cilantro, and diced tomato in your bowl. Stir the mixture until ingredients are perfectly incorporated. 
  4. Season your guacamole with salt and pepper. 
  5. Cover and refrigerate for about an hour just before serving.
  6. You now have your guacamole dip, serve with chips and enjoy!

 
This video of Rockin Robin, shows us how to make a tasty guacamole.  She is really fond of Mexican food and posted a lot of how-to videos on YouTube. Her recipe calls for Hass avocados, according to Robin, this is the best kind of avocado to use in guacamoles because it is extra oil content which makes it tastier and superior to other avocados. 

 
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If you are planning for a small party with your friends or maybe a sleepover at your house, then you need to prepare something really delicious. You need GUACAMOLE! Well, one good thing about guacamole is that it has a really unique blend of flavors and you just can’t get enough of it, even though it’s really spicy (which makes it even tastier). Just buy some tortilla chips and make some guacamole using this recipe for you to have a smashin’ guacamole parteeey! 


Ingredients:
  • 2 large ripe avocados (peeled, pitted, and diced)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 large tomato (diced)
  • 2 jalapeño peppers (diced)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ tablespoon fresh cilantro (diced)
 

Directions 

  1. Prepare all your ingredients including a medium-sized mixing bowl. 
  2. Toss in your avocado cubes and start mashing them up, if you want to taste some avocado tidbits in your guacamole, then just don’t overmash your avocados, leaving some slices unmashed.  Sprinkle your salt after mashing. 
  3. Add in your diced jalapeños, chopped tomatoes, cilantro and your fresh lime juice.  Stir all these ingredients together until their flavors blend. 
  4. Season with salt and pepper, depending on how salty or peppery you want your guacamole.
  5. Cover with a tight-fitting lid or plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes or an hour.
  6. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!!


 

Delicious Guacamole!

Here's a video showing you guys the basic steps of making the avocado-base Mexican dip, guacamole.  Guacamoles are actually really esy to make, all you have to do is prepare your really ripe avocados, onions, tomatoes, limes, and jalapeños.  Just toss all these ingredients in a big mixing bowl, mashing the avocados as you go, chill in your refrigerator and there you go! Perfectly tasty guacamole in no time! Just watch this video for you guys to learn how to make it firsthand.