The Hass avocado is known as the 'year-round avocado' because of its seasonal availability. Mexico is the world’s largest producer of Hass avocados, best known for their creamy texture and great taste!
The distinctive skin turns from green to purplish-black and the fruit yields slightly to gentle pressure when ripe.
Ripening and Storage
To accelerate ripening, store at room temperature. An unused, ripe avocado can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days before use.
Spread one quarter mashed avocado on toasted bread. Season to taste and top with shredded cheese.
Avocado Margarita
1 ripe avocado, chopped.
1/2 cup margarita mix.
1/2 cup tequila.
1/4 cup orange liqueur.
Fresh lime juice.
Blend avocado, margarita mix, tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice until smooth. Add 3 ice cubes and pulse. Serve in glasses rimmed with chili-lime salt. Garnish with thin avocado slices.
Rockin Guac
3 ripe avocados.
1 can diced tomatoes and chilies, drained.
1/2 onion, chopped.
Fresh lime juice.
In a bowl, mash the avocados. Stir in the onion, tomatoes and chilies, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tropical Avocado Salsa
2 ripe avocados, diced.
1 cucumber, diced.
1/2 red onion, chopped.
2 Serrano chilies, chopped.
1 pineapple cut in 1/2 inch pieces.
In a large bowl, combine avocados, cucumber, onion, chilies, pineapple, and juice from one lime. Season with salt and toss gently. Serve over steak or fish, or as a salsa with chips.