Super Bowl Cajun Guacamole
Source of Recipe
CAC has developed Cajun Guacamole
Recipe Introduction
To commemorate Super Bowl XXXVI in New Orleans,CAC has developed Cajun Guacamole -- the Mardi Gras Queen of guacamoles. While avocados aren't native to the bayou, they do complement the spicy Cajun flavors of Louisiana. The recipe, featuring California avocados, cayenne pepper and a generous dose of chopped garlic will be available on CAC's Web site at www.avocado.org beginning January 14 for Super Bowl party enjoyment.
List of Ingredients
-2 California avocados, about 1 pound
-1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
-1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
-1/2 cup small cherry tomatoes (cut in halves or quarters, if large)
-1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
-1/2 teaspoon chopped, fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 rounded teaspoon dried
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Recipe
-Coarsely mash (DO NOT PUREE) avocados; stir in lemon juice.
-Fold in remaining ingredients.
-Guacamole is best made as close to serving as possible.
-For short-term storage, seal in an airtight container with a piece of plastic wrap against the surface of the guacamole.
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