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Classic guacamole is really hard to beat. But I’ll have to say, this Bacon and Tomato Guacamole wins out. It’s really not that fair though. Adding bacon to just about anything makes it better. This recipe starts with curls of creamy, ripe avocado mashed into a coarse mess. Crispy crumbled bacon, chopped tomato, white onion, vibrant cilantro, lime juice and smoked chipotle chiles are then mixed in to create a festive dip that is nothing short of scrumptious. With each bite you’ll enjoy a moment of green, grassy richness cut with fresh tomato, cilantro and lime. Pops of crunchy bacon offer a nice counter in texture and flavor, and a smokey heat, courtesy of the chipotles, is faintly present in the background. Craveworthy to the max. You really won’t be able to stop yourself from finishing the entire bowl. Continue reading for the recipe.
Bacon and Tomato Guacamole
Ingredients
- 6 strips hickory smoked bacon
- 1 1/4 pounds ripe Haas avocados (5 small ones or 3 larger ones)
- 1/2 medium white onion, chopped into 1/4 inch chunks
- 2 large or 3 small canned chipotle chiles, stems and seeds removed and finely chopped
- 1 ripe tomato, seeded, cored and chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1/4 cup loosely packed, coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus extra for garnish
- Kosher salt
- Fresh lime juice
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and place a rack in the center of the oven.
- Lay strips of bacon on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer bacon to a paper-towel lined plate to remove excess grease. Set aside to cool. You can also do this in a large skillet on the stove top.
- Cut each avocado in half lengthwise, remove the seed then scoop flesh into a large bowl. Coarsely mash with a large fork.
- Place chopped onion in a medium mesh basket strainer and rinse with cold running water. Shake dry then add to the bowl with mashed avocado. Next crumble or coarsely chop 5 of the 6 strips of bacon and add to the bowl. Add tomato and cilantro then gently stir to combine all ingredients. Season to taste with kosher salt (a few small pinches) and fresh lime juice (1 to 2 tablespoons).
- Transfer guacamole to a nice serving bowl (or a molcajete). Crumble or coarsely chop the last slice of bacon and sprinkle over top. Finish with a few scattered chopped cilantro leaves. Serve with a bowl of tortilla chips.
I’m Brandon: food explorer, recipe curator, cocktail shaker, dessert lover. Kitchen Konfidence is how I document my time spent in my favorite space, the kitchen. Did you make a recipe? Tag @brandiego on Instagram so I can see the how it went!
Maureen says
This sounds absolutely amazing! Avocados are on sale, so I am making this tomorrow!
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
not a bacon eater but I am loving the vibrancy! and still thinking about that horchata 🙂
Eliot says
Love to put an avocado on my BLTs. This is probably a bit healthier! Thanks for the recipe!
Heather says
Found you today via foodbuzz, and your guac looks wonderful! I agree, bacon makes everything better….
Grubarazzi (@Grubarazzi) says
Gorgeous.
Robyn says
Made this tonight…delicious! Reduced the amount of chiles for my heat-fearing husband, but after tasting it, I think it would have been fine with the original amount. Next time! 🙂
Charlie says
Morning Brandon:
Oh this looks so good!
I definitely want to make it. First though could you tell me how much it makes.
There are just two of us, and we well within moderation. Making for a crowd is out of the question, but maybe I can pair it down.
Thank you for sharing
Have a Joyful Day
Charlie
Brandon Matzek says
Hi Charlie, this makes enough for about 8 people as an appetizer (everyone would get a few bites). Enjoy!
Skylor says
You are a genius. Bacon in guacamole? I would take that over cake and ice cream any day. Can’t wait to try it!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Skylor! It is a pretty magical combination 🙂