Friday, December 9, 2011

Whole Foods Friday: Want some guac with that?

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The perfect starter for the pork stew I made is a simple bowl of guacamole and some chips.

While corn tortillas are probably more common, once in a while I like the multi-colored flour-tortilla chips that are sold at my local Whole Foods. And the colors are nice.

Guacamole doesn't have to be complicated. In fact. I like simple versions the best.

If I was serving it alone, I might add some diced jalapenos. But when it's in a meal with a spicy component, I don't add any heat to the guacamole. Without the heat, it makes a nice counterpoint to the spicy food.

Guacamole

1 avocado
2 tablespoons finely diced onion
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Pinch of salt
Squeeze of fresh lime

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and soop the flesh into a small bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine, mashing the avocado as you go, to your preferred smoothness.

Serve immediately.

Note: If you have left over guacamole, or you want to make it in advance, place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole and press out all the air. Refrigerate.
Yum