Classic Mexican Guacamole

Ingredients

• 3 whole Ripe Hass avocados
• 0.5 cup White onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Roma tomato(optional)
• 1 whole Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 pinch Ground cumin(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely dice the white onion, jalapeño, and cilantro leaves.

2. 2

   Mince the garlic clove into a fine paste using a knife or a mortar and pestle.

3. 3

   Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Add the lime juice immediately to the avocado to prevent browning.

5. 5

   Use a fork or potato masher to crush the avocados until they reach your desired consistency, leaving some small chunks for texture.

6. 6

   Fold in the diced onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and garlic paste.

7. 7

   If using tomato, core and dice it before gently stirring it into the mixture.

8. 8

   Season with salt and cumin, then taste and adjust lime or salt as needed before serving.