Simple and classic but far from basic, our go-to easy guac is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
How to Make Chunky Guacamole
It takes fewer than 10 minutes to make our Chunky Guacamole.
Then, you simply stir in the remaining ingredients.
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Oh, and put out a big bowl of tortilla chips alongside the guac.
Chunky Guacamole Ingredients
Avocados are the most important ingredient and should be the star of any guacamole.
We let it shine by adding just a few supporting players that don’t compete for attention.
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What Kind of Avocados Are Best for Chunky Guacamole?
The most common jot down of avocado you’ll find is also the ideal one for guacamole.
Haas avocados have a rich, creamy, fatty texture.
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Larger Florida avocados might be tempting, but bigger isn’t always better.
Always buy an extra avocado or two in case you cut in and discover that one is unusable.
How to Remove Avocado Pits for Chunky Guacamole
Ever heard ofavocado hand?
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It’s a real and common injury people get by using unsafe knife movements toremove the avocado pit.
Twist to separate the two halves, open them up, and use a spoon to dislodge the pit.
Cover with plastic wrap, pushing the plastic directly onto the top surface.
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When ready to serve, you might pour off the top insulation layer.
This should preserve your guac for up to two days.
Ingredients
3medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
14cup finely chopped grape tomatoes
2Tbsp.
finely chopped red onion
2Tbsp.
chopped fresh cilantro
1Tbsp.
fresh lime juice
12tsp.
Stir in tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and garlic, if desired.
