Oh hi!
How’s it going? Gearing up for game day this weekend?
As a Pittsburgher, I’m going to be a bit…peeved watching the game on Sunday. But that’s nothing that copious amounts of guacamole can’t fix, right?
But, let’s say, in some crazy world, that you make a little too much guacamole than you can handle. And because avocados are like wayyy $$$, you definitely don’t want to throw the leftovers away.
But avocados, like bananas, apples, etc., quickly turn brown when exposed to the air. So keeping guacamole to munch on tomorrow is often easier said than done.
Until today.
Whew that was dramatic.
But seriously! This is one of my very favorite kitchen hacks; keeping leftover guacamole for another day of snacking is always a very good and delicious thing IMO. Here’s how it’s done:
How to Keep Guacamole from Turning Brown
Step 1: Cut up some avocados and make your guac! I really really love this Pineapple Guacamole, but use your fave recipe.
Pro tip: Make sure you use a good bit of citrus in your guac recipe. The acid from the citrus will help slow down the browning process.
Step 2: When you’ve had your fill, put your guacamole in a bowl, preferably one with high sides. Take some plastic wrap and press it directly against your guacamole, flattening it straight across as you go along. Flatten the plastic wrap against the sides of the bowl, and wrap the excess plastic over the top edge.
Pro tip: While you’re fitting the plastic wrap to your guac / bowl, be sure to remove as much air as possible. Air is the #1 enemy of browning avocados.
Step 3: Place your guacamole in one of the coldest spots of your fridge. Then, when you’re ready to enjoy it again, remove your bowl, lift off the plastic wrap, and dive in.
Pro tip: I like to fluff my guac with a fork / chip so that it looks less flat and sad. Totally optional, but recommended to give your guac that “first day look.”
Seriously so so simple. And you wanna know something absolutely crazy? I’ve kept leftover guacamole in my fridge for two days using this method! TWO WHOLE DAYS. That’s pretty impressive for a dip whose lifespan is less than a that of a fruit fly.
Let me know if you give this a try, and tell me your favorite guac add-ins – I’m looking for a new recipe to make for the big game ? Enjoy!
How to Keep Guacamole from Turning Brown
Prep: | Yield: 1 bowl of guacamole | Total: |
This really is the BEST way to keep guacamole from turning brown overnight!
You'll Need...
- Your favorite guacamole recipe (I really love this one!)
Directions
- Cut up some avocados and make your guac! I really really love this Pineapple Guacamole, but use your fave recipe. Make sure you use a good bit of citrus in your guac recipe. The acid from the citrus will help slow down the browning process.
- When you've had your fill, put your guacamole in a bowl, preferably one with high sides. Take some plastic wrap and press it directly against your guacamole, flattening it straight across as you go along. Flatten the plastic wrap against the sides of the bowl, and wrap the excess plastic over the top edge. While you're fitting the plastic wrap to your guac / bowl, be sure to remove as much air as possible. Air is the #1 enemy of browning avocados.
- Place your guacamole in one of the coldest spots of your fridge. Then, when you're ready to enjoy it again, remove your bowl, lift off the plastic wrap, and dive in. I like to fluff my guac with a fork / chip so that it looks less flat and sad. Totally optional, but recommended to give your guac that "first day look."
Karlie says
Ooh great trip I’ll have to try it!
Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says
You definitely should, Karlie! It has saved my guac so many times ;)
Diana @ Live Lean Eat Green says
Awesome tips! I usually just scrape the brown off the top and dig in for round 2 but this is a much better approach haha!
Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says
Haha! I’ve totally done that too. I hope this method works for you!
Debi says
Another great kitchen tip and yummy recipe! I cannot wait to try pineapple laced guacamole. ?
Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says
It’s our very favorite guac recipe, Debi! I hope you love it :)
susan says
Hey ALexa,
I have used this very method many times for pesto–avoid the khaki-colored layer on top! Seriously, the enemy is oxidation. No air=no problem!
Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says
LOVE that idea, Susan! I’m glad it works for pesto, too :)
Leo Tat says
Hi Alexa
Thanks for the tips on how to avoid browning guacamole. Avacado is such a healthy food. I think adding citrus slows down the browning process because of the vitamin c?
Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says
Hey, Leo! I totally agree – I love adding avocado into my diet.
With my research, it sounds like the acids from the citrus “kill” the browning enzymes on fruit, keeping the fruit looking fresh for longer. Who knew!