So, what's the origin of the name guac, a mandatory component of any Mexican meal for me? The Spanish word for avocado is aguacate and the Aztec molli = sauce. (thanks Wikipedia) I actually remember the first time i had guacamole. It was when I was 6 years old at a restaurant called "El Cena Casa" in Benton, Arkansas, the home town where I grew up. As an adult, who has a passion for cooking and eating, I'm finding people add all kinds of culinary fluff to guac these days so in response, i prepare my guac rugged, simple, and kick ass, just like the avocado. Enjoy.
single serving (multiply recipe as needed)
- 1 large Haas avocado
- juice of 1/2 small lime
- dash of garlic salt
- dash of fresh lemon juice
Hollow avocado fruit into a bowl. Mash lightly. Add lime juice. Add garlic salt to taste and mix thoroughly but maintain rough consistency. Add dash of lemon juice over top to prevent browning in color. Keep in mind, limes and lemons differ in tartness and juiciness, so assess as you mix. (Serve as a dip with chips or crackers or use as a wrap, sandwich, or burger garnish)
