Where does Guacamole come from?

Guacamole — country of origin: Mexico.

What is Guacamole made of?

Avocado, lime, onion, coriander, chilli, tomato, salt.

How do you pronounce Guacamole?

Guacamole (Mexican Spanish) is pronounced /ɡwakaˈmole/.

Guacamole

Pronunciation (IPA) /ɡwakaˈmole/

Ripe avocado crushed with lime, onion, coriander and chilli — a Mexican table sauce older than the country, and naturally vegan.

Also known as: Guac

Allergens & declarations

The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.

This describes the classic recipe, so you know what to ask about. It is not a declaration for any particular kitchen — recipes and suppliers vary, and only the restaurant can tell you what is in the dish it serves.

In detail

Guacamole is crushed avocado seasoned with lime, onion, coriander and chilli. The name comes from Nahuatl and the sauce predates the Spanish arrival; everything else about it is a matter of local argument.

What it really is

Ripe avocado is crushed — traditionally in a molcajete, a basalt mortar — rather than blended, so it keeps some texture. Lime goes in early, both for the taste and because the acid slows the browning. Onion, coriander and chilli are folded through, tomato sometimes.

Crushed, not puréed. A smooth guacamole is a different thing. The dish is defined partly by its texture, which is why it is made in a mortar and not a machine.

How it is served

Immediately — it darkens within the hour, however it is stored.
With totopos, or as a sauce alongside tacos rather than a dip.
In the mortar it was made in, if the kitchen has one.

It is vegan and gluten-free as made; what it is served with usually is not.
Say whether it is spicy — the chilli varies enormously.
Made to order is worth stating, because guests know what standing guacamole looks like.

Typical ingredients

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Frequently asked questions

What is Guacamole?: Ripe avocado crushed with lime, onion, coriander and chilli — a Mexican table sauce older than the country, and naturally vegan.
Where does Guacamole come from?: Guacamole — country of origin: Mexico.
What is Guacamole made of?: Avocado, lime, onion, coriander, chilli, tomato, salt.
Which allergens does Guacamole contain?: The classic recipe carries none of the 14 EU allergens.
What is Guacamole also known as?: Guac.
How do you pronounce Guacamole?: Guacamole (Mexican Spanish) is pronounced /ɡwakaˈmole/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.