♥ Our families grew up together in a very unique neighborhood where neighbours became good friends. Because our houses were on a court we eventually became the ‘Court Family’. Everyone took turns hosting get togethers with food and fun activities being the centre of all events.
It was during one of these events when we tasted Scott’s guacamole for the first time. He mastered the art of creating wonderful flavours that makes you keep going back for just one more taste! It quickly became a favourite for all of us. Some of us have since moved from our special neighbourhood but we still maintain our connection and always request this at our gatherings.
This recipe gets our seal of approval. Here is Scott’s recipe and some of his tips!
Ingredients:
3-4 ripe avocados
2 green onions chopped (white and light green parts only)
1/2 to 1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1-2 tsp Chipotle Pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
1 lime
Drizzle of Olive oil (about 1 teaspoon)
1 cup Pico de Gallo or other salsa
Directions:
Pit and scoop out avocados. Chop (or mash) the avacados in a medium bowl. Add the minced garlic and green onions. Chop about 1/2 cup of the cilantro and add to the bowl.
Measure about 1 to 2 tsp of the Chipotle flakes in your hand and crumble between your fingers to release the oils. Add to the bowl along with a sprinkling of salt and pepper.
Next, add the salsa and mix to incorporate all the ingredients. Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the ingredients in the bowl and add a drizzle of the olive oil, gently mix.
Taste test and adjust seasonings as you wish.
Tips:
To pit an avocodo, cut in half around the the stone using a sharp knife and twist with your hand to release one half. The stone will remain in the other half, use the knife blade hit the stone in the middle with the sharp blade, twist the blade, the stone should release.
The stone is very slippery here is a trick that I use to get it off the knife. Pinch the stone with thumb and forefinger and pinch it off the knife. Works for me every time.
All ingredients and seasoning can be adjusted to your taste.
