How to Make Guacamole

Halve the avocados, remove the stones, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add the lime juice immediately to slow browning. Lay out everything you need within arm's reach and read the full sequence once before starting make guacamole — missing a single tool mid-task is the main reason simple jobs overrun their time estimate. Note what worked in a phone memo so you can repeat the process faster next time.

Mash the avocado with a fork to your desired consistency — chunky is traditional, smooth is personal preference. Do not use a blender. Work steadily through this part of make guacamole, pausing to double-check your work against the goal before moving on — most mistakes are caught when you slow down at transitions between stages. Note what worked in a phone memo so you can repeat the process faster next time.

Gently fold in the onion, tomato, jalapeño, coriander, and garlic if using. Season generously with salt. Lay out everything you need within arm's reach and read the full sequence once before starting make guacamole — missing a single tool mid-task is the main reason simple jobs overrun their time estimate. Note what worked in a phone memo so you can repeat the process faster next time.

Let the guacamole sit for 10 minutes so the flavours meld. Press cling film directly onto the surface if not serving immediately. Work steadily through this part of make guacamole, pausing to double-check your work against the goal before moving on — most mistakes are caught when you slow down at transitions between stages. Note what worked in a phone memo so you can repeat the process faster next time.

Serve with tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or alongside grilled meats. Add extra lime juice at the table. Work steadily through this part of make guacamole, pausing to double-check your work against the goal before moving on — most mistakes are caught when you slow down at transitions between stages. Note what worked in a phone memo so you can repeat the process faster next time.