Guacamole my Way

I’ve always loved guacamole, but there was a spot in New York’s Financial District—on Stone Street, if I remember right—that truly got me hooked. They made it so perfectly that I could easily devour bowl after bowl.

Now, every time I make guacamole, I think of that place and try to recreate the magic. Over the years, I think I’ve come pretty close. Have a go and let me know what you think!

Serves 4 adults.

Prep Time: 15 min Ingredients:

(salt and pepper)

• 2 large ripe avocados, chopped

• 1 small garlic clove, mashed

• ¼ red onion, finely chopped

• 5 cherry tomatoes, finely chopped

• ½ tablespoon olive oil

• 1 fresh chili, finely chopped (or a pinch of chili flakes) – if you like your guacamole spicy

• Juice of 1 lime

• Fresh coriander, chopped (to taste)

Method:

1. In a bowl, combine the avocado, mashed garlic, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.

2. Use a fork to gently smash the avocado and mix everything together.

3. Add the olive oil and chili, then stir to combine.

4. Squeeze in the lime juice and mix again.

5. Finally, stir in the chopped coriander and some salt and pepper and give it a final gentle mix.

Serving Tips:

• Spoon it over grilled tuna or chicken to instantly elevate the dish—fresh, zesty, and absolutely delicious.

• Serve it as a snack with drinks when guests visit—perfect with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks.

• Add a generous scoop on top of an already dressed salad for extra creaminess and flavour.

Tips & Tricks and Make Ahead Steps:

I often make a larger batch of guacamole—two to three times the recipe—so I can enjoy it in different ways: on grilled meats, as a snack with drinks, or on top of a salad.

To keep it fresh, I store it in a Tupperware container, squeeze an extra whole lime over the top, and press cling film directly onto the surface of the guac (so it touches the lime juice). Then I seal the container with a lid and refrigerate.

Stored this way, the guacamole stays fresh for up to 1 day.If you notice slight browning on the surface, simply scrape off the top layer—the rest underneath should still be green and delicious!

I hope you enjoy this guacamole, my way—and if you're a fellow guac lover, I hope you try using it in all three ways like I do. More flavour, more health, more joy in every bite! 🥑💚