Deep Fried Guac

Name: Deep Fried Guac
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 3 avocados, pitted; 1 lime; 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish; 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped; 1 small jalapeño (seeded if you prefer less heat); 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for serving; 2 large eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon water; 2 c. crushed tortilla chips; Vegetable oil, for frying

By Lena AbrahamPublished: Oct 14, 2019

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2 Ratings

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

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Guacamole lovers, it's time to take your passion to the next level. These corn chip coated guac bites are insanely good. Serve them with a healthy squeeze of lime and an ice cold beer.

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Ingredients

3
avocados, pitted
1
lime
1/4 cup
freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
1/2
small red onion, finely chopped
1
small jalapeño (seeded if you prefer less heat)
1 tsp.
kosher salt, plus more for serving
2
large eggs, beaten with 1 teaspoon water
2 cups
crushed tortilla chips
Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

1. Step 1Juice half the lime and slice the other half into wedges for serving. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2In a large bowl, combine avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onion, jalapeño, and salt. Scoop tablespoon sized balls of guacamole onto baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3Place beaten eggs and crushed tortilla chips in separate shallow bowls. Roll frozen guacamole first in chips, then egg, then chips again. Repeat until all guacamole balls are coated.
4. Step 4Fill a large heavy-bottomed pot halfway with vegetable oil. Heat oil to 350°, then fry balls in batches until lightly golden, 2 to 4 minutes.
5. Step 5Place on a paper-towel lined plate and season with salt. Transfer to serving dish and squeeze with lime.