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- Carbohydrate 8.17421458333333 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 9.90717375 g
- Fiber 5.13576237466186 g
- Protein 1.69666291666667 g
- Saturated Fat 1.43525883333333 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (103g)
- Sodium 21.6592916666667 mg
- Sugar 3.03845220867147 g
- Trans Fat 0.646090499999999 g
- Calories 116 calories
Step-by-step
- Mix all ingredients together.
When should the lime juice actually touch the fruit to prevent rapid oxidation? Historically rooted in Mesoamerican cuisine, traditional preparation relies on a molcajete to break down aromatics into a cohesive paste before the fat of the avocado is introduced. Crushing garlic and serrano or jalapeño peppers with coarse salt creates a uniform slurry, distributing capsaicin evenly throughout the mixture rather than leaving sharp pockets of heat. Tomatoes, when added, should be seeded to prevent excess water from breaking the emulsion.
The Mechanics of Texture
Over-processing turns avocados from a creamy suspension into an undesirable baby-food consistency. Use a wide fork or a potato masher, leaving some half-inch chunks intact to maintain structural integrity.
- Acid halts polyphenol oxidase activity, but excessive lime juice denatures the delicate proteins and makes the texture watery.
- Store leftovers with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface to block oxygen contact within a 24-hour window.
