Ingredients

½tspcumin seeds

5largehass avocados,halved and pitted

3tbspfresh lemon juice

2tbspcilantro,finely chopped

1small onion

1clovelarge garlic

1jalapeno,with some seeds, minced

salt,to taste

Preparation

In a small skillet, toast the cumin seeds over moderately high heat, shaking the skillet, for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Transfer the cumin seeds to a mortar to cool completely, then finely grind with a pestle.

Scoop ½ of the avocados into a large bowl and coarsely mash them with a fork. Stir in lemon juice, cilantro, onion, garlic, jalapeño, and ground cumin. Scoop chunks of the remaining avocados into the bowl; stir lightly with a spoon.

Season the guacamole with salt and serve at room temperature or lightly chilled. Enjoy!