This molcajete guacamole recipe is made with just creamy avocados, onions, garlic, jalapeños, cilantro and lime. Not a fan of onions or cilantro? Just keep them out of the mix. Then you’ll have my popular 4 Ingredient Guacamole Recipe.
What makes guacamole molcajete special? The process of crushing the ingredients releases all the flavors and oils to maximize the flavor while creating a smooth consistency you just can’t get from a fork.
How To Make Molcajete Guacamole
With just a few ingredients and a little effort, you’ll create a creamy and flavorful guacamole that’s perfect for tacos, or chip dipping.
Step 1 – To make, mash together the onions, jalapeños, garlic and salt to release the flavor.
Step 2 – Scoop the flesh of the avocados into the molcajete and gently smash with the pestle, while also incorporating the onion/garlic paste.
Step 3 – Finally, use a spoon to fold in the diced cilantro and fresh lime juice.
Additional Ingredients
If you like a “fully loaded” guacamole you can easily add more ingredients as it’s highly adaptable. Here are a few ideas:
- Pickled Red Onions
- Diced Fresh Tomatoes
- Pickled Peppers
- Spices – cumin, chili powder, coriander or even a smidge of carne asada seasoning
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What To Eat With Guacamole
Here are a few ways I use up molcajete guacamole:
- Carne Asada Recipes
- Queso Chicken
- Taco Recipes – Street Tacos or Tacos al Carbon
- Mexican Recipes – beef aguachile, tortas, burritos, nachos or taquitos.
- Table side guacamole and chips for game day!
- Add it to a Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
- Breakfast Skillet, egg recipes, or avocado toast!
Tips For Making Guacamole in Molcajete
- I find 1/8 tsp of salt per avocado is the sweet spot. If you’re sensitive to salt, add half the amount and work your way up.
- Fresh lime juice is far superior to bottled lime juice. Try not to substitute bottled juice in.
- What size molcajete for guacamole? I recommend using a 4 cup molcajete for guacamole. You can get away with a 2 cup molcajete if you half the batch.
Molcajete Guacamole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp finely diced white onion
- 1-2 tbsp finely diced jalapeno pepper (*Note 1)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½-¾ tsp salt, + more to taste (*Note 2)
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp diced cilantro
Instructions
- Add the onion, jalapeños, garlic, and salt to the molcajete and use the pestle to grind into a paste.
- Add the flesh of the avocados to the molcajete and use the pestle to mash and mix into the onion/garlic paste.
- Add the lime juice and cilantro and use a large spoon to fold into the guacamole.
- Taste and adjust ingredients to suit your preference. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.