Roasted Corn Molcajete Guacamole
This Roasted Corn Molcajete Guacamole is a simple, fresh side or appetizer made with creamy avocado, lightly charred corn, organic vegetables, fresh lime, cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño. Making it in a molcajete gives it a rustic texture and brings out the flavors of the fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Roasted Corn
- ⅓ cup organic corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 1 tablespoon ghee for roasting the corn
Guacamole
- 3 organic ripe avocados
- ¼ cup organic white onion finely diced
- 1 small organic jalapeño finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons organic fresh cilantro chopped
- ½ teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
- 1 organic Roma tomato diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon organic chili powder optional
- Freshly ground black pepper optional
Instructions
Roast the Corn
- Heat the ghee in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn and cook for about 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred and golden in spots.
- Remove from the heat and allow the corn to cool slightly.
Make the Molcajete Mixture
- Add the onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and sea salt to your molcajete.
- Using the tejolote, grind everything together until you have a coarse, fragrant paste. Or For a thicker, chunkier guacamole, simply grind the ingredients less
Add the Avocado
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into the molcajete.
- Gently mash the avocado into the aromatic mixture, leaving some chunks for texture.
Add the Fresh Ingredients
- Fold in the diced tomato, lime juice, and roasted corn.
- If using, sprinkle in the chili powder and freshly ground black pepper, then gently mix everything together.
Taste & Serve
- Taste and adjust with additional sea salt or lime juice as needed.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or alongside your favorite meal.
Notes
The ingredients I use throughout my recipes reflect my personal food philosophy, which prioritizes whole, minimally processed foods and higher-quality options when available, such as organic produce, pasture-raised or grass-fed meats, and responsibly sourced ingredients. I encourage choosing these options when they are accessible to you, but they are not required to make a delicious and nourishing meal. Use the ingredients that work best for your lifestyle, preferences, and budget.
Learn more about my preferred ingredients and why I choose them here.