The search for the perfect guacamole recipe is an epic one. How much jalepeño is too much? Should you use lemon or lime? Will onion overwhelm the mix? What about cilantro? Whatever that perfect combination may be, the guac at Surfside (2444 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-337-0004) in Glover Park comes pretty close. Chef/co-owner David Scribner shows us how to make his version, drizzled with olive oil, heavy on cilantro and lime, and mashed by hand. Check out the video for his tips on using zest, chopping onions, and getting out those darn avocado pits.
6 to 8 whole ripe avocados, roughly cubed Zest and juice of 2 limes ½ cup olive oil 1 jalepeño pepper, seeded and minced 1 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped ½ small red onion, finely minced Salt to taste
Fold all ingredients together with a spoon or your hands, making sure not to overmix.
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Rosa has a good simple recipe but guac is best served after an hour or two of being made to let the flavors mix.
Rosa’s makes it table-side so the flavors are too seperated...
Posted by: James, Oct 27, 2009 07:21:20 AM
To the comment posted by Arugula....real chefs don’t use gloves!
Posted by: anonymous, May 06, 2009 04:07:50 PM
I cannot believe that so much oil is added. Not necessary at all. Now, the very best is the guacamole at Rosa Mexicano and I make it at home all the time. It’s a little labor intensive but wonderful...and no oil!
Posted by: NancyF, May 06, 2009 11:16:09 AM
I had this guacamole for the first time last night (as well as my toddler who has never touched the guacamole I make at home) and we both LOVED it! David Scribner has serious talent. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Julie, May 02, 2009 09:52:49 AM
That looks like good guacamole. I can’t wait to try it.
Posted by: food eater, May 01, 2009 05:03:23 PM
Yikes! I can’t believe he uses his bare, ungloved hands to mix the guacamole. I’m *sure* he washed them beforehand, but still....What would the health department have to say?
Posted by: arugula, May 01, 2009 01:18:34 PM
I love surfside, but they need to nix the oil. There is enough fat/oil content from the avocado itself. I would never order their guac separately and even leave it basically untouched when it comes with my meal.
Posted by: not a fan, May 01, 2009 09:58:41 AM
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