Description
A smoky and tangy twist on classic guacamole featuring fire-roasted tomatillos for depth of flavor and a creamy avocado base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe Hass avocados
- 4 medium tomatillos, husked
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your broiler to high or heat a grill to medium-high.
- Place tomatillos on a baking sheet and roast under the broiler for 5-7 minutes per side until the skins are blackened and blistered.
- Allow tomatillos to cool slightly, then roughly chop them into small pieces, including the juices.
- Scoop avocado flesh into a medium bowl and mash with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
- Fold in the chopped roasted tomatillos, diced red onion, and minced garlic.
- Stir in the lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately or chill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired