Guacamole Nogada

Friday, December 6, 2024

This recipe can be found at El Restaurante

Recipe by Chef Luisteen Gonzalez, Puesto, San Diego, California; recipe and photo courtesy of California Avocado Commission (californiaavocado.com)

Makes 8 servings


8 Fresh California Avocados*, peeled and seeded

1 c. chopped onion

1 c. chopped mango

1 c. chopped tomato

4 T. lime juice

4 T. orange juice

2 g. minced habanero pepper

Salt, to taste (as needed)

4 t. chopped chile de arbol

20 candied walnut halves

1 ​1⁄2 c. pomegranate seeds


Mash avocado in a large bowl. Mix in the next 7 ingredients. Add salt to taste. Top with chile de arbol, candied walnuts, and pomegranate seeds. Serve.

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger avocados, adjust the quantity accordingly.