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    Tomatillo Guacamole with Tequila

    Published: Oct 13, 2015 · Modified: Sep 10, 2024 by Cinde LittleThis post may contain affiliate linksLeave a Comment

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    Tomatillo guacamole with tequila, yes please! When my son was a teenager we created a new guacamole recipe. I like everything with a twist so tomatillos and tequila ended up in this recipe.

    A bowl of tomatillo guacamole surrounded by limes, tomatillos, red onion and nacho chips. this gluten free recipe

    This guacamole can be served with tortilla chips or as part of any Mexican menu. Check out this post with 29 recipes for Cinco de Mayo or my Southwestern Summer Menu.

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    • What Are Tomatillos
    • Ingredients
    • A Guacamole Tasting
    • Tomatillo Guacamole with Tequila

    What Are Tomatillos

    Tomatillos are NOT tomatoes. They are small round fruit with a husk sometimes called a Mexican husk tomato…thus the confusion. Tomatillos are most often green in colour and are common in Mexican cuisine. They can be eaten raw or cooked and are used in salsas and preserves. You've probably had them if you've eaten green salsa.

    Ingredients

    Tomatillos are in the produce section of grocery stores, usually with the husks on. They are a little unique and they are a real food.

    • tomatillos
    • red onion
    • serrano chiles (or jalapenos)
    • cilantro
    • avocados
    • tequila

    See recipe card for exact amounts.

    A Guacamole Tasting

    Adding store bought salsa was easy but it turned our guacamole an unappealing brown colour. Diced fresh tomato or red onion both added a nice fleck of colour that I liked. Cilantro, lime, onion and chiles were all important.

    The roasted tomatillos added a new dimension that everyone liked. The most basic guacamole is delicious but a splash of tequila adds some flair.

    And the Winner is...chunky tomatillo guacamole with tequila.

    Only you can call a recipe your personal favourite. It takes a bit of work to record what you did, adjust, taste and repeat. But this small effort can be fun and you'll make these all time favourite recipes for years to come.

    We had so much fun I think we might do it again next year. Share your guacamole adventures in the comments below. Did you use tequila?

    A bowl of homemade, tomatillo guacamole.

    Tomatillo Guacamole with Tequila

    Tequila in guacamole, yes please! Tomatillos aren't a typical ingredient either because I just can't resist making recipes that are a little out of the ordinary.
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
    Keyword: guacamole with tequila, tomatillo guacamole, tomatillo guacamole with tequila
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 378kcal
    Author: Cinde Little

    Ingredients

    • 6 oz tomatillos, husked and rinsed (about 4 large ones)
    • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
    • 2 serrano chiles, seeded and finely chopped (or 3 jalapeno chiles)
    • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 large avocados
    • 1 tablespoon tequila
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    Instructions

    • Preheat broiler and broil tomatillos on a baking sheet turning them until they are charred all over, 7-10 minutes. Alternately, this can be done over the flame of a gas stove using tongs. Set aside to cool.
    • Combine onion, chiles, cilantro, salt and pepper in a large bowl.
    • Coarsely chop the tomatillos and add them to the onion mixture mashing everything with a fork.
    • Pit and peel avocados. Add to the bowl and mash slowly incorporating the other ingredients until guacamole is evenly mixed but still chunky. Add tequila and stir.
    • Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Tomatillo Guacamole with Tequila
    Amount Per Serving (2 cups)
    Calories 378 Calories from Fat 270
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 30g46%
    Saturated Fat 4g25%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
    Monounsaturated Fat 20g
    Sodium 1181mg51%
    Potassium 1278mg37%
    Carbohydrates 25g8%
    Fiber 16g67%
    Sugar 6g7%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 720IU14%
    Vitamin C 35mg42%
    Calcium 41mg4%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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