2 large ripe (not overripe and mushy) avocados. Hass is a good variety.
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup diced yellow onions
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup diced tomato
2 teaspoons minced fresh, serrano or jalapeno chilies
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Cut the avocado in half. Tap the avocado seed with the edge of a sharp knife and give the knife a quick twist to dislodge the seed. Remove and discard the seed. Now use a "tablespoon" size kitchen spoon to scoop each avocado half from its shell. Cut each half in small dice and place in a medium bowl. Mash with a fork.
Add the lemon juice and mix well.
Now stir in the rest of the ingredients until uniformly mixed. Cover and refrigerate until ready for use. Exposure to air will darken the guacamole so keep it covered until you are ready to use it.
Posted: 5/5/2011 11:21:21 AM