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GUACAMOLE with a SECRET INGREDIENT* © Confident Cook 2010 www.becomeaconfidentcook.blogspot.com To print, scroll to bottom of this screen and click on "Print page". Disable pop-up blockers.
Ingredients:
2-3 ripe Haas avocados
Juice of 1 wedge of lemon (not lime) Pinch of salt Cayenne pepper 2-3 drops Tabasco sauce 1 clove garlic ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon chopped mild green chiles ½ teaspoon cocoa powder* Instructions:
Cut avocados in half from top to bottom. Remove and discard seed. Using a spoon, scoop out the soft green flesh of the avocado. Leave behind any discolored flesh. Discard skin.
In a medium size bowl, cut avocado into chunks. Squeeze lemon wedge over all. Using a dinner fork, gently mash the avocado chunks into a coarse paste. Using a garlic press, force the garlic through and add to the bowl. Sprinkle with salt, Tabasco, cumin and the Secret Ingredient: cocoa powder. Add the green chiles. Now stir all the ingredients together. I prefer a chunky guacamole, but you can mix it to a smoother consistency, if you like.
Immediately cover with plastic wrap, taking care to press the plastic down on top of the guacamole to seal out any air. Contact with the air is what causes the avocado to turn brown. Chill for at least 30 minutes. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Makes a great dip with tortilla chips. Use in a variety of hot dishes: tacos, enchiladas, burritos or whatever your imagination creates.
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