Guasacaca

Guasacaca is a popular condiment in Venezuela that is very similar to Mexican guacamole. Serve it as an accompaniment to grilled meats, poultry, salads, empanadas or arepas.

Makes about 2 cups

• Avocados, peeled and seeded -- 2
• Tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped -- 1 large
• Onion, minced -- 1/2
• Hot chile peppers, minced -- 2-6
• Garlic, minced -- 2-3 cloves
• Salt and pepper -- to taste
• Olive oil -- 1/2 cup
• Vinegar -- 1/4 cup

Method

1. Chop the avocados roughly and place them in a large bowl. Mash them well with the back of a spoon or with a potato masher, leaving them slightly chunky.
2. Mix in the rest of the ingredients, adjust seasoning and serve.

Variations

• Mix in some chopped parsley or cilantro if you like.
• The tomato is sometimes eliminated from the recipe.