Guacamole
A Mexican preparation of mashed avocado with tomato, onion, chilli, coriander, and lime juice. Indispensable alongside tacos, tostadas, burritos, and as a dip for tortilla chips. Originating with the Aztecs, it is now one of the most recognised Mexican dishes worldwide. Regional variations differ across Oaxaca, Veracruz, and Mexico City.
Estimated retail price
~£3.49 / 200g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Guacamole, part of the sauces and condiments section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 11 recipes in our collection, including Potosinas-Style Enchiladas, Chimichangas (Crispy Fried Burritos) and Cecina Enchilada (Chilli-Rubbed Dried Pork). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Guacamole
EnchiladasPotosinas-Style Enchiladas
Street FoodChimichangas (Crispy Fried Burritos)
MeatsCecina Enchilada (Chilli-Rubbed Dried Pork)
TacosTaco Salad
Street FoodTex-Mex Taquitos
Street FoodTex-Mex Flautas with Cheese
Street FoodTex-Mex Chicken Quesadilla
Street FoodBurrito Percherón (Giant Hermosillo Burrito)
Street FoodCheese and Chorizo Volcanes
TacosMarinated Skirt Steak Tacos (Tacos de Arrachera)
Street FoodOaxaca Cheese Chicharrones
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Bottled sauces keep in the pantry while sealed. Once opened, store them tightly closed in the fridge; most keep their flavour for several weeks (check the label's guidance).
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Guacamole?
Guacamole is used in 11 recipes in our collection, such as Potosinas-Style Enchiladas and Chimichangas (Crispy Fried Burritos). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Guacamole in the UK?
You can buy Guacamole online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
How should Guacamole be stored?
Bottled sauces keep in the pantry while sealed. Once opened, store them tightly closed in the fridge; most keep their flavour for several weeks (check the label's guidance).
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