Is it possible to make guacamole without acid?
All guacamole recipes call for lime juice, some tomato variant, even hot sauce. I want to make a low-acid guacamole.
Is the acid necessary? How do I go about making low-acid guacamole? If it plays a role in the finished product, is there something I can substitute?
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At its simplest, guacamole is just mashed avocado. Avocado is not particularly acidic on its own, so add whatever non-acidic ingredients you like.
Consider cilantro, sour cream or whatever low or non-acid flavorings suit you.
See: Browning Avocados - What Helps? for more on acid and avocados.
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At its simplest, guacamole is just mashed avocado. Avocado is not particularly acidic on its own, so add whatever non-acidic ingredients you like. Consider cilantro, sour cream or whatever low or non-acid flavorings suit you. See: Browning Avocados - What Helps? for more on acid and avocados.How do you make guacamole less acidic?
Making the Fix If the guacamole is still too tart after adding avocado, add in 1 teaspoon of sugar and mix well. The sugar should mellow out the sour taste.Can u make guac without lime?
Lime is an integral part of great guacamole\u2014or so we thought. Turns out, you get to taste and enjoy the pure flavor of avocado better in guacamole without the lime.What can I use instead of lime or lemon in guacamole?
To make guacamole without lime or lemon juice, the other best option is vinegar. Any kind of vinegar will work. So think apple cider, red wine vinegar, white white vinegar and even white vinegar.Why is my guacamole acidic?
The citric acid helps to prevent the avocado from oxidizing, so either squeezing lime juice over the surface of the avocado, or covering it in lime slices should help to preserve the bright green color.How to Make Fresh Homemade Guacamole - Easy Guacamole Recipe
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Acidity helps the avocado/guac stay fresh, without acidity it oxidizes fast & it turns brown.
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