Medium | Servings: 8 | Ready In: 10 minutes | Yield: 2 cups
Based on a classic Oaxacan recipe, charred tomatillos, garlic, and serrano pepper give a different twist on guacamole. Use this to top oil-free Baked Tostados, vegan Stewed Black Beans, or plant-based vegan Black Bean Cakes.
Ingredients
- 4 medium tomatillos
- 2 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 1 serrano pepper*
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 large avocado
- ¼ teaspoon salt
How it’s Done
To make the Tomatillo Serrano Guacamole: Preheat a small non-stick pan over medium-high heat. If possible, use cast iron or even a griddle. Husk, rinse, and halve the tomatillos. Halve the serrano pepper. Lay the tomatillos in cut-side down. Lay in the unpeeled garlic and serrano pepper. Cook until lightly charred, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and char the second side, another 2-3 minutes. Remove the garlic from the peel. Place the tomatillos, garlic, and serrano in a blender. Set aside for a few minutes to let cool.
Once the tomatillos have cooled, add the cilantro, avocado, salt, and ¼ cup of water. Puree. You may need more water (up to ¼ cup) to get a thick, yet smooth, consistency. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
Yield: 2 cups
Chef Katie’s Tips:
Serrano Substitutions: If you can’t find serrano pepper, you can also use half of a jalapeno. If you want less spice, simply omit or use ¼ of a green bell pepper.
Citric Acid: If you’re not enjoying this guacamole right away, add 1/4 teaspoon citric acid during the blending. This will help preserve the bright green color and prevent the brown caused from oxidation.
Homage to Chef Rick Bayless: This recipe is based off a Chef Rick Bayless’s recipe. Bayless has done incredible work educating fellow chefs and the population about the beautiful, authentic cuisine of Mexico.
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Nutrition Facts
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings 8.0 | |
| Amount Per Serving | |
| calories 36 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 3 g | 4 % |
| Saturated Fat 0 g | 2 % |
| Monounsaturated Fat 2 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g | |
| Trans Fat 0 g | |
| Cholesterol 0 mg | 0 % |
| Sodium 74 mg | 3 % |
| Potassium 99 mg | 3 % |
| Total Carbohydrate 3 g | 1 % |
| Dietary Fiber 2 g | 7 % |
| Sugars 1 g | |
| Protein 0 g | 1 % |
| Vitamin A | 1 % |
| Vitamin C | 5 % |
| Calcium | 4 % |
| Iron | 1 % |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, so your values may change depending on your calorie needs. The values here may not be 100% accurate because the recipes have not been professionally evaluated nor have they been evaluated by the U.S. FDA. | |
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