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The History Of Guacamole

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Imágenes

Turns out the original Aztec guacamole had absolutely no lime or garlic.

streetspirit Discover the real history of guacamole! View this infographic to see how the original Aztec recipe was made without lime, garlic, or cilantro.

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The original ancient recipe ingredients

adriizh The original ancient recipe ingredients

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Why avocados were considered legendary

adriizh Why avocados were considered legendary

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Fun Facts

Fun Fact

Aztec Guacamole: The original Aztec name for guacamole is 'ahuacamolli.' This literally translates to 'avocado sauce,' combining the Aztec words for avocado (ahuacatl) and sauce (molli).

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Fun Fact

Avocado botanical status: The avocado is actually a single-seeded giant berry, not a vegetable. Botanists classify it this way because of its fleshy pulp.

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Quizzes

Quiz

Which of these ingredients was NOT part of the original Aztec guacamole recipe?

May 20

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In Aztec culture, how were avocados sometimes used outside of eating?

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What traditional volcanic stone tool did the Aztecs use to grind ingredients for guacamole?

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To what scientific family does the avocado plant belong?

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What did the Aztecs originally call the mixture we know as guacamole?

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Glosario

Glossary
tribute (noun)
A mandatory payment of valuable goods, food, or services made by one group to a more powerful empire to show submission and keep the peace. In ancient Mesoamerica, conquered towns handed over thousands of avocados as tribute to the Aztec emperor, making this delicious fruit the ultimate tax payment.

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Glossary
ahuacamolli (noun)
The ancient Aztec sauce made from mashed avocados, chili peppers, and salt. It is the delicious, centuries-old ancestor of your favorite party dip.
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Gossip

Gossip

How chunky should the perfect guacamole be?

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Gossip

Is tomato a valid ingredient in guacamole?

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Videos

adriizh Why avocados were considered legendary

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adriizh Aztecs called it *ahuacamolli*, combining *ahuacatl* (avocado) and *molli* (sauce).

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adriizh Aztecs used a volcanic stone mortar called a molcajete to grind ingredients.

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sonia Discover how the ancient Aztecs viewed avocados as a sacred source of mythical strength. Watch now to learn the fascinating history of this superfood!

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adriizh Aztecs used a volcanic stone mortar called a molcajete to grind ingredients.

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