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Easy Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe

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Cilantro Lime Rice in a bowl with slices of lime

If you are looking for an easy and delicious Cilantro Lime Rice recipe then you've come to the right place!

I am TRULY a riceaholic. And one of my favorite ways to prepare rice is the ever popular Cilantro Lime Rice.

It's best made with the KING of rices, basmati rice. A fair bit of lime juice and plenty of chopped cilantro make this dish absolutely superb. It's fragrant, delicious, and makes a perfect side dish to accompany any number of dishes!

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make this delicious side dish:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup basmati white rice
  • 2 cups water (can sub chicken broth)
  • Juice of 1.5 limes (split)
  • ½ ts salt (plus additional to taste)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped

The kind of rice I like to use in this dish is basmati rice. Basmati rice is aromatic and cooks up nice and fluffy which is perfect for this dish!

Bunch of cilantro, salt in a white dish, a cut up lime, rice in a glass bowl and olive oil in a glass bowl

You may already have most of these ingredients available! Once you've gathered these ingredients, now it's time to enjoy making some delicious cilantro rice with lime!

Easy Instructions

It's SUPER EASY to make this dish!

Begin by heating up the oil in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Add the uncooked rice and stir 2 minutes making sure all the grains of rice have been coated with the oil.

Grains of rice coated in oil with a wooden spoon

Add the water (or chicken broth), lime juice from 1 lime, and salt, and bring to the boil. Now put on a low simmer, cover, and simmer for around 10-12 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.

Cooked fluffy rice in a pan with a fork

The rice is now beautifully cooked and fluffy, as you can see in the photo above!

Finally, stir in the cilantro and add the juice of the ½ lime. Taste and add additional salt if needed.

Cilantro Lime Rice with a blue spoon and slices of lime

Your rice is now ready to enjoy!

Some Variations To Consider

Consider the following variations on this recipe, according to your tastes!

You may want to add:

  • Lime zest - to make this even more zesty!
  • Green chilies - a few green chiles would give this a nice spicy edge to it!
  • Black beans - stirring in some cooked black beans could make this into a meal on its own!

How To Serve This Delectable Rice Dish!

Cilantro Lime Rice in a bowl with cilantro and lime in the background

This dish is perfect served as a side dish to accompany your favorite meals. It's also a wonderful addition to taco bowls!

Adding this seasoned rice dish to your homemade burrito or burrito bowls would also be absolutely fantastic!

Your entire family will love this Cilantro Lime Rice! Enjoy!

Some Other Recipes You May Enjoy!

Incredible Camarones a la Mexicana (Mexican Shrimp)

Camarones a la Mexicana in a cast iron pan

Easy And Supremely Delicious Spicy Guacamole!

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and cilantro as garnish

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Cilantro Lime Rice in a bowl with limes

Easy Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe

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If you are looking for an easy and delicious Cilantro Lime Rice recipe then you've come to the right place! Made with basmati rice, this dish is fragrant, delicious, and makes a perfect side dish to accompany any number of dishes!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course accompaniment, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3 servings
Calories 268 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup basmati white rice
  • 2 cups water can sub chicken broth
  • 1.5 each limes juiced
  • ½ ts salt plus additional to taste
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

  • Begin by heating up the oil in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Add the uncooked rice and stir 2 minutes making sure all the grains of rice have been coated with the oil.
    Grains of rice coated in oil with a wooden spoon
  • Add the water (or chicken broth), lime juice from 1 lime, and salt, and bring to the boil. Now put on a low simmer, cover, and simmer for around 10-12 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
    Cooked fluffy rice in a pan with a fork
  • Finally, stir in the cilantro and add the juice of the ½ lime. Taste and add additional salt if needed.
    Cilantro Lime Rice with a blue spoon and slices of lime
  • Your rice is now ready to enjoy!
    Cilantro Lime Rice in a bowl with slices of lime

Notes

This dish is perfect served as a side dish to accompany your favorite meals. It's also a wonderful addition to taco bowls!
Adding this seasoned rice dish to your homemade burrito or burrito bowls would also be absolutely fantastic!
 

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 401mgPotassium: 99mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 360IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cilantro lime rice, Rice
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Easy Guacamole With Sour Cream And Tomatillos!

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Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle garnished with cilantro
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Most people are familiar with the delicious Mexican dip called guacamole! Traditionally it consists of avocado, lime juice, onion, chilies, cilantro, salt and pepper. This version is SO DELICIOUS!

Here I want to share with you another version which is equally yummy! Guacamole with sour cream and tomatillos!

Why You Need To Try This!

I truly believe you need to make this variation on the traditional guacamole because:

  • It's easy and delicious!
  • Sour cream is always welcome!
  • The taste is so very tangy and creamy!
  • This version includes roasted tomatillo and serrano which add an extra layer of depth to this dip!
  • It's so fun to try a new variation on the customary guac we are used to!
  • You will enjoy this version which is inspired by the guac made in the Zacatecas region of Mexico, as mentioned in the book, 1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die!

1,000 FOODS TO EAT BEFORE YOU DIE

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1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die

I am working my way through the foods that are listed in the book 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die by Mimi Sheraton. This is called my 1,000 Foods to Eat Project. Guacamole was food #12 on my quest to prepare and eat each of the foods listed in the book. Ms. Sheraton describes a guacamole which is made with tomatillos and sour cream in the North-Central Zacatecas region of Mexico. It was exciting to me to read about this variation on the traditional guacamole, so I knew I had to try it!

Ingredients You Will Need To Make This Guacamole

avocado, onion, sour cream in a glass bowl, cilantro, serrano pepper, lime, and tomatillo

You will need the following ingredients to make this delicious "avocado sauce," which is what the word "guacamole" actually means!

  • Avocado - recommendation is to use Hass, which is THE BEST type to use for guacamole!
  • Sour Cream
  • Tomatillos
  • Olive oil
  • Lime
  • Cilantro
  • Onion
  • Serrano pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste

The combination of these ingredients is just heavenly! So once you have gathered all your ingredients let's make this guac!

Here Are The Easy Instructions!

This delicious Mexican dip is super easy to make! Start by roasting seasoned and sliced tomatillo and serrano pepper until softened.

Slices of tomatillo and sliced serrano pepper
Seasoned and sliced tomatillo and serrano
Roasted slices of tomatillo and serrano pepper
Tomatillo and serrano after roasting

Now add the roasted tomatillo and serrano to a bowl, or molcajete if you have one! (A molcajete is the Mexican version of a mortar.) Then add the avocado, and mash away!

Avocados, tomatillos, and serranos in a molcajete
Avocado and roasted tomatillo and serrano in a molcajete
Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle
Mashed avocado, tomatillo, and serrano

The last step is to add sour cream, lime juice, onions, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.

guacamole with minced onion, cilantro, and sour cream in a molcajete with a pestle

Combine and your Zacatecas style Guacamole With Sour Cream with Tomatillos is ready to enjoy!

What To Eat With This Mexican Creamy Dip!

Eat this guacamole with chips, tacos, tostadas, chalupas, salad, toast. etc. etc. On its own or a dip for veggies it is amazing!

I do hope you will try this soon!

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and garnished with cilantro

Some Other Mexican Recipes You May Enjoy!

Easy and Supremely Delicious Spicy Guacamole

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and cilantro as garnish

Chalupas Poblanas

Chalupas Poblanas

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Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle garnished with cilantro

Easy Guacamole With Sour Cream And Tomatillos!

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This variation on the traditional guacamole is so very delicious and MUST be tried!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Cooling time 10 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course accompaniment, sauces
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3 people
Calories 171 kcal

Equipment

  • molcajete nice to use one if you have it! But optional of course 😊

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large avocado use Hass if you can; sub 2 small/mini avocados for one large
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1-2 tomatillos sliced or cut up into small pieces
  • 1 serrano pepper cut into small pieces
  • ½ lime juice from ½ of a lime
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro torn into small pieces or chopped; can stir it all in or reserve some for garnish
  • ¼ cup onion minced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 ts olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400F. Add sliced/cut up tomatillos and serrano to an ovenproof baking pan. Drizzle the olive oil and add a pinch of both salt and pepper. Roast in your oven for around 15 minutes or until the tomatillos and serrano have softened. Remove from your oven and allow to cool (should take around 10 minutes).
    Roasted slices of tomatillo and serrano pepper
  • Now add the roasted tomatillo and serrano to a bowl, or molcajete if you have one! (A molcajete is the Mexican version of a mortar.) Then add the avocado(s), and mash away!
    Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle
  • The last step is to add sour cream, lime juice, onions, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.
    guacamole with minced onion, cilantro, and sour cream in a molcajete with a pestle
  • Stir to combine well and your Zacatecas style Guac with Sour Cream and Tomatillos is ready to enjoy!
    Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle garnished with cilantro

Notes

Eat this guacamole with chips, tacos, tostadas, chalupas, salad, toast. etc. etc. On its own or a dip for veggies it is amazing!
 

Nutrition

Calories: 171kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 12mgPotassium: 418mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 273IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
Keyword avocado, dip, guacamole
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Incredible Camarones a la Mexicana

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One of my favorite dishes ever is Mexican Shrimp, or Camarones a la Mexicana.

Ingredients For Camarones a la Mexicana

Now this is my kind of fast food! Simple prep of the following ingredients:

  • Shrimp - peel and devein
  • Spices - gather salt, pepper, and cayenne
  • Garlic, serrano pepper, and onion - mince (using a food processor makes this super quick and easy!)
  • Tomato - dice (you can use 1 large tomato, or 2 Roma tomatoes)
  • Lime - juice of a lime
  • Cilantro - chop up a handful

The quantity of serrano pepper and cayenne that I use in this recipe does make this a very spicy dish! If you prefer a milder dish, then you can reduce the number of serrano peppers and/or deseed them. Feel free to also adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your tastes.

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Fantastically Easy Mushroom Tostadas!

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Mushroom Tostadas

I am always on the lookout for amazing and delicious vegetarian recipes. Although I do eat meat, I absolutely LOVE vegetarian dishes and was sooo happy to find this recipe from @marisolcooks on Instagram!

This recipe is called “TOSTADAS DE CHAMPIÑONES” AKA Mushrooms Tostadas. I enjoyed this last evening and cannot rave enough about the flavor and the beauty of this dish!

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Easy Fall Apart Tender Barbacoa Tacos

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Barbacoa Tacos
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What is Mexican Barbacoa?

"Barbacoa" (Spanish) translates to "barbecue" in English. 🙂 Americans think of barbecue as a method of cooking that involves either smoking, grilling, or roasting. However, in Mexico barbacoa refers to a cooking method that involves steaming or slow cooking over an open fire until the meat is fall apart tender.

In Central Mexico, barbacoa very often involves meat such as goat, lamb or mutton, cooked in an underground oven which has been dug into the ground. There is a great article from The Spruce Eats which goes into much more detail about Mexican barbacoa which I highly recommend reading!

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Easy and Scrumptious Pork Carnitas Tacos

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Shredded pork on flour tortillas garnished with onions, lime and cilantro with glass bowls filled with cilantro, lime wedges, and diced onions in the background.

I love Mexican cuisine. One of my favorite Mexican meals, is Pork Carnitas. I'm excited to share this easy and delicious recipe with you, and hope that this will become one of your favorite Mexican meals as well!

Why You Will Love This Carnitas Recipe!

You will love this carnitas recipe because:

  • It's easy! We will use the slow cooker so this simple recipe is mostly hands off and only requires a few ingredients
  • Slow cooking the pork will give you truly tender pork that will melt in your mouth
  • The seasonings we will use will give the pork an amazing flavor
  • It's the perfect dish to use for Taco Tuesday or whenever you enjoy taco night!
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How To Make Delicious Borracho Beans!

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Borracho Beans

Recently I've been thinking a lot more about pantry style cooking and Borracho Beans is the first thing that came to mind. My recipe does call for some fresh vegetables (onion and cilantro) and pork hock to be thrown in, but you could omit these for a true pantry meal!

What Are Borracho Beans?

Borracho Beans aka Frijoles Borrachos aka Drunken Beans. So called because these beans are made with beer! Borracho beans are a South Texas favorite. So, you can find these at many Mexican restaurants in South Texas. By the way, they differ from charro beans, in that charro beans are the version made without beer.

In goes the Beer!

I usually make a huge batch to serve at Christmas and had really been craving these lately. Now we have a huge batch for mostly Steve, Toby, and myself...it will be fun around our household over the next few days. 🙂

What Ingredients Do You Need to Make Borracho Beans?

Pinto beans are used in this dish, and traditionally you will add a Mexican style beer. I used a 12 oz bottle of Lone Star beer which is what I had on hand (TX beer!), and added it to beans and pork hock that had been simmering for an hour. I then added diced tomatoes, and onion. Throw in a generous handful of cilantro toward the end of cooking, and you will have the most delicious beans ever! Strong and bold statement but really they are good!

Pork hock, pinto beans, onion, pinto bean seasoning, diced tomatoes, cilantro, lone star beer

Oh, and the seasoning! It's got to be Fiesta Brand Pinto Bean Seasoning! Made here in San Antonio, it's my go to seasoning for whenever I make the these delicious beans. This seasoning is just the best and I absolutely love it! Click here to purchase this most delicious pinto bean seasoning on Amazon.

Pinto bean seasoning, lone star beer, and pinto bean package
Pantry Ingredients Needed For Borracho Beans
Borracho Beans
Scrumptious Borracho Beans!

Don't they look absolutely scrumptious? I generally eat borracho beans accompanied by rice or sometimes with tortillas. You can also serve as a delicious side to any Mexican main dish, or any dish for that matter! I hope you might give this a try sometime!

Here Are Some Other Dishes You May Enjoy!

Belizean Stewed Beans

Stewed Beans ham hock and bay leaf

Chalupas Poblanas

Chalupas Poblanas

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Borracho Beans

Borracho Beans

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Borracho Beans are beans made with beer! Super delicious and makes enough to feed an army, enjoy with rice or tortillas, or serve as a side to your favorite Mexican dish!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs 10 mins
Overnight soak of beans 8 hrs
Total Time 10 hrs 20 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican, South Texas
Servings 12 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pinto beans dry
  • 3 tablespoon Pinto Bean Seasoning I used Fiesta Brand! add additional seasoning at end to taste if desired
  • 12 oz beer dark Mexican beer is preferred but I used Lone Star
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes canned
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1-2 pork hocks can substitute 4-5 strips of cut up bacon if preferred
  • 1 bunch cilantro chopped
  • salt to taste (optional)
  • pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and sort the beans, and cover with water to soak overnight in a large pot.
  • Drain and rinse the beans, then add water to cover the beans about one inch above surface of the beans. Add pork hock.
    Pinto beans and pork hock in a pan
  • Bring the beans to the boil, and skim off any scum that might rise to the top.
  • Lower the heat to where it will simmer (around med low or so), add 3 tablespoon of Pinto Bean Seasoning, stir, cover and simmer for 1 hr.
  • Add your beer! Also add the diced onion, and tomatoes at this time. Stir, and bring back to the boil, then lower again to a simmer and simmer 1 additional hour.
    onions, beans, diced tomatoes and broth in a pot
  • Taste your beans to make sure they are tender. If not, continue cooking until tender. Add chopped cilantro at the end of the cooking. Add salt and pepper, or additional pinto bean seasoning to taste.
    cilantro and lone star beer

Notes

These pinto beans are so delicious served with rice or tortillas!  You can also serve these as a scrumptious side to accompany your favorite Mexican dish or any dish!  Enjoy!!
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Easy to Make Spicy Mexican Rice

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Spicy Mexican Rice in a bowl

I truly am a riceaholic. It may be because I am half-Asian. 🙂 Some of my favorite dishes are rice based: risotto, and biryani to name a couple. I also adore Mexican rice, which is so flavorful and easy to prepare. It is the perfect accompaniment to Mexican food, and I like to serve it alongside fish and chicken as well.

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Chalupas Poblanas

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Chalupas Poblanas

Mexican cuisine is one of the most beloved cuisines around the world. I wanted to discover what Mexicans would eat to celebrate their holiday as Cinco de Mayo was approaching.

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Cinco de Mayo

I found out a few interesting things during my research. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, as I had previously thought. Instead this holiday celebrates the Mexican army's victory over the French in a battle fought near Puebla City on May 5, 1862, and is mainly celebrated in the Puebla region in Mexico.

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Easy And Supremely Delicious Spicy Guacamole!

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I'm absolutely positive there are others out there who were in love with guacamole from the day they were born, like myself.

Guacamole is heaven.😊 Many people are enamored with avocado toast...I say guacamole toast!!

What Does Guacamole Mean?

The word guacamole actually means avocado sauce! This now famous dip was created by the Aztecs in Mexico in the 14th century. Their word for it was "ahuaca-molli." This was a combination of "ahuacatl" (avocado) and "molli" (sauce). The Spanish later referred to it as guacamole.

Making Your Own "Avocado Sauce" Is The BEST!

You have the choice of buying many numerous ready made guacamole concoctions from your grocery stores. They are good. However, the guacamole that you can make at home is far superior and far less expensive than the ready made at your local grocery store!

Here you will find an easy recipe using fresh avocados with step instructions. This authentic guacamole recipe may become your favorite way to enjoy delicious and creamy avocados!

Fresh Ingredients Needed To Make Guacamole

Molcajete containing an avocado, cilantro, lime, garlic, and Thai chilies

Few simple ingredients...amazing taste and flavor! For this easy guacamole recipe you will need:

  • Ripe Avocados
  • Fresh lime juice (can sub lemon juice)
  • Chilies (I used Thai chilies can sub serrano or jalapeno pepper) - you can omit if you prefer a mild guac
  • Minced Garlic
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Kosher Salt
  • Black Pepper

That's it! Minimal ingredients for one of the most amazing foods in the world. 😊

What Avocado Is Best For Guacamole?

Hand holding an avocado with a sticker that says Ripe when soft, and a molcajete filled with lime, cilantro, and avocado

The absolute BEST avocado to use for guacamole is the Hass avocado. If you'd like to learn more about these avocados, AvocadosFromMexico.com has a deep dive on the Hass!

This avocado has a rich and creamy flavor and is perfectly suited for guacamole. The success of any dish that has so few ingredients truly relies on the quality of the ingredients. Therefore, please select ripe Hass avocados for your delicious guacamole dip if at all possible!

Using A Molcajete

Take your guac to the next level by using a molcajete. A molcajete is the Mexican version of a mortar. The tejolote is the pestle.

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and cilantro as garnish

It is made of black volcanic stone and usually are on three legs (a tripod). You can both make the guacamole in the molcajete, as well as use it to serve this fantastic food.

The first time I used this to make my guac I was overcome with joy! It's incredibly beautiful, and very heavy! The weight of the tejolote (pestle) was just perfect to mash the avocado and I felt like a true Mexican while utilizing it!

If you are interested, Amazon sells these (be sure to look for ones that are black volcanic stone), and Etsy has a great selection as well!

Be aware that they do require seasoning or "breaking in." You can read about that here on Wikipedia.

You can also use these to grind spices and make salsas. They are truly a worthwhile investment!

If you don't have a molcajete no worries! You could also use a fork or potato masher to mash your avocados.

Easy Instructions

Mashed avocado in a molcajete with a pestle

It's super easy to make this dish! First finely mince your chili (if using) and garlic and add to a bowl (or molcajete). Cut your avocado in half, and remove the seed from one side.   Scoop out the flesh from the avocado, and add to the vessel which contains the chili and garlic mixture.  Take a fork (or use a pestle or potato masher) and mash the avocado.  Mix the mashed avocado with the garlic and chili, and then add the lime juice.  Mix again, and add salt and pepper to taste.  Finish by mixing in some cilantro and/or use it as a garnish.

You will find the printable recipe card below. I hope you will try this great recipe and hopefully give it a 5 star rating!

Some Variations

This simple guacamole recipe does not include onions. However, if you like, you can add a bit of finely minced red onion or white onion to the mix!

Guacamole without tomatoes is my personal preference. Tomatoes may water down the texture. However, if you would like to add tomatoes, consider using Roma tomatoes or grape tomatoes. Be sure to deseed the tomatoes as best you can before adding to the avocado sauce.

If you like things even MORE spicy, you can even add a little hot sauce. I like to add a few drops of Tabasco sometimes to give this dish even more of a spicy kick!

What To Eat With Guacamole

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and cilantro as garnish

Eat guacamole with chips, tacos, tostadas, chalupas, salad, toast. etc. etc. On its own or a dip for veggies it is amazing.

It's also perfect to add to burrito bowls!

FAQ

How do I keep my guacamole from turning brown?

The best way to keep your avocado sauce from turning brown is to cover it with a thin layer of lemon or lime juice. This will form a barrier with the air. Then cover it with a piece of plastic wrap so that it touches the surface of the guacamole. Place it in an airtight container for extra protection! I have even read that placing the avocado pits nested in the center of the guacamole will also help!

Is guacamole healthy?

Guacamole can be part of a healthy diet! The greatest health benefits come from the avocado in the guacamole. The avocado is full of nutrients, and according to this article from EatingWell, it is heart healthy, may help regulate blood sugar, and good for pregnant women!

1,000 FOODS TO EAT PROJECT

Guacamole is one of the 1,000 Foods to Eat listed in the book 1,000 Foods To Eat Before You Die, by Mimi Sheraton. It is #12 on my quest to prepare and eat each of the foods listed in the book.

Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle

Other Mexican Recipes You May Enjoy

Please also check out my recipe for Chalupas Poblanas, a dish from Pueblo, Mexico which is great for Cinco de Mayo or anytime you'd like Mexican food. And Spicy Mexican Rice is the perfect accompaniment for any Mexican main meal.

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Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle and cilantro as garnish

Supremely Delicious Guacamole

Grace
Guacamole is heaven.  Serve with tortilla chips, or on top of your favorite Mexican dishes...this one is an explosion of flavor that  is to be enjoyed time and time again.  
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3 servings
Calories 111 kcal

Equipment

  • molcajete using the authentic black volcanic stone mortar is such a joy!

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large Hass Avocado from Mexico!
  • 1-2 Thai chili finely minced (use serrano or jalapeno if desired)
  • 1 large garlic clove finely minced
  • ¼ lime juiced (can sub lemon juice from ¼ lemon)
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Finely mince your chili and garlic.  You could use Thai (my favorite!), serrano, or jalapeno according to your preference.  Mince in a food processor if available and add to a bowl. 
    Minced chilies and garlic in a molcajete
  • Cut your avocado in half, and remove the seed from one side.   Scoop out the flesh from the avocado, and add to the bowl which contains the chili and garlic mixture.  Take a fork (or use a pestle or potato masher) and mash the avocado.  Mix the mashed avocado with the garlic and chili, and then add the lime juice (or lemon juice).  Mix again, and add salt and pepper to taste.  
    Mashed avocado in a molcajete with a pestle
  • Mix in or garnish with a bit of cilantro. Enjoy!
    Guacamole in a molcajete with a pestle

Notes

Guacamole is amazing on salads, with chips, on tacos, chalupas, toast...almost anything in my book!  I hope you enjoy this easy and supremely delicious guacamole!

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 121IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
Keyword avocado, guacamole
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