guacamole
Guacamole is a creamy, savory dip or spread made primarily from mashed avocados, lime juice, salt, and often cilantro, onions, and tomatoes. Originating from Mexico, it has become a global staple, particularly associated with social gatherings, parties, and Tex-Mex cuisine. The word is inherently casual and evokes a sense of freshness and indulgence. It is commonly used as a count noun when referring to a specific serving ("a guacamole") or as a mass noun when describing the dish in general. It pairs naturally with "chips," "tacos," or "burritos."
In conversation
Ordering at a restaurant
Would you like to add guacamole to your burrito for an extra dollar?
Would you like to add guacamole to your burrito for an extra dollar?
Absolutely, is it made fresh in-house?
Absolutely, is it made fresh in-house?
Guacamole is frequently offered as an 'extra' or add-on in restaurants.
Planning a party
I'm bringing the chips, but can you handle the guacamole?
I'm bringing the chips, but can you handle the guacamole?
Sure, I'll mash up some avocados and bring it over.
Sure, I'll mash up some avocados and bring it over.
Mentioning the act of 'mashing' is a common way to describe making guacamole from scratch.
Examples
I love eating guacamole with tortilla chips.
I love eating guacamole with tortilla chips.
The restaurant's secret guacamole recipe includes a hint of serrano pepper.
The restaurant's secret guacamole recipe includes a hint of serrano pepper.
She whipped up a batch of authentic guacamole to pair with the festive spread.
She whipped up a batch of authentic guacamole to pair with the festive spread.
