Chef John's Classic Guacamole

Ingredients

• 3 avocados, halved and pitted
• 1 lime, juice of
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pinch ground cumin
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 tomato, diced

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mash the avocados.
2. Mix in the lime juice, salt, onion, cilantro, garlic, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
3. Stir in the tomato.
4. Serve with tortilla chips.

Interesting Facts

• Guacamole is an ancient Aztec dish dating back to at least the 16th century.
• The name "guacamole" is derived from two Aztec Nahuatl words: "ahuacatl" (avocado) and "molli" (sauce).
• Guacamole is a staple in Mexican cuisine, but it is also popular in Central and South America.