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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers, Dips & Snacks

    Spicy Guacamole with an Indian Twist

    Modified: Jun 29, 2025 Published: Jun 29, 2025 by Sravanthi Chanda. Leave a Comment

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    Looking for a quick dip that’s creamy, zesty, and just a little unexpected? This Spicy Guacamole with an Indian twist has become a staple in my kitchen for good reason. Ripe avocados pair with crunchy onions, juicy tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and a hint of garam masala to create a warm, earthy finish that sets it apart.

    It takes just 10 minutes to whip up and pairs beautifully with Indian lunch bowls, wraps, or even simple rice and dal meals.

    Bowl of Indian-style spicy guacamole topped with green chili slices and herbs.
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    • The Secret to My Spicy Guacamole
    • Detailed Steps
    • Serving Tips
    • Family-Friendly Ideas & Meal Prep Tips
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    The Secret to My Spicy Guacamole

    Sravanthi Chanda standing in a rose garden, wearing a light green embroidered sweater and patterned black kurta, smiling softly with trees and flowers in the background.

    This isn’t just any guacamole. It’s the one I make when I want something creamy and bold. The secret? Roasted cumin, chopped green chilies, and a pinch of garam masala. These simple Indian touches take it from basic to crave-worthy.
    My kids love this with crackers, salad veggies, and as a sandwich spread. And it’s always the first thing to disappear! Keep reading, and I’ll show you exactly how I make it, plus some easy, family-friendly ways to serve it.

    Happy Cooking!

    -Sravanthi

    Detailed Steps

    Mashed avocado in a steel bowl, ready to be mixed.

    Step 1: Cut the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop them into a bowl. Mash to desired texture.

    Chopped onions, tomatoes, coriander, and spices added to mashed avocado in a bowl.

    Step 2: Add onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño.

    Close-up of ingredients for spicy guacamole before mixing.

    Step 3: Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and garam masala.

    Final spicy Indian guacamole mixture blended and ready to serve.

    Step 4: Mix gently. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

    Indian guacamole served in a bowl with toasted multigrain bread slices on the side.

    Step 5: Serve immediately.

    Serving Tips

    This spicy guacamole is more than just a dip. Here’s how I love using it to add flavor and creaminess to everyday meals:

    • Add to salads: Use it as a creamy topping for no-lettuce salads. It pairs wonderfully with hearty bowls like my Black Bean Chickpea Salad or Black Eyed Peas Potato Salad.
    • Spread it on bread: Slather it on chapatis, gluten-free lentil tortillas, dosas, or any homemade flatbreads for a quick meal or snack.
    • Serve in a lunch thali: It adds a cooling, flavorful contrast alongside spicy sabzis, dal, and rice in Indian-style lunch plates.
    • Top off rice dishes: Spoon it over lentil rice, black beans rice, or chickpeas rice for a creamy, satisfying finish.
    • Enhance soups: Stir in a dollop before serving to make lentil soups or veggie broths rich and silky.
    • Thicken curries naturally: Mix it into gravy-based curries after cooking to add creaminess without dairy or flour.
    • Serve as a snack dip: Pair it with roasted makhana, veggie sticks, or baked crackers for a quick and healthy snack.
    Spicy guacamole with toast and extra bread slices on a tray.

    Family-Friendly Ideas & Meal Prep Tips

    • Kid-friendly idea: Use this guacamole as a spread in chapati rolls, sandwich fillings, or stuffed dosas. My kids love it with roasted sweet potatoes or even as a dip with veggie sticks.
    • Make-ahead tip: Guacamole can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge with cling wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent browning. It makes a great addition to lunchboxes, wraps, or as a quick flavor boost during busy weekday meals.

    Let me know in the comments how you enjoy this spicy guacamole! It’s one of those simple recipes that turns any meal into something special. If you prefer simpler dips, try our Black-Eyed Peas Dip and Instant Pot Hummus recipes to make these appetizers effortlessly at home.

    Recipe

    Bowl of Indian-style spicy guacamole topped with green chili slices and herbs.

    Spicy Guacamole with an Indian Twist

    By: Sravanthi Chanda
    A creamy, spicy guacamole made with Indian flavors like roasted cumin, green chilies, and garam masala. Perfect as a dip, spread, or quick snack.

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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American, Global
    Servings 4
    Calories 169 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ripe avocados
    • ¼ cup onion finely chopped
    • ¼ cup tomato finey chopped
    • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon garam masala optional but recommended
    • 1 jalapeño finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
    • 1 teaspoon lime juice

    Instructions
     

    • Prep the avocados: Cut, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
      2 ripe avocados
    • Mash them: I mash them coarsely with a fork as I like some texture in my guacamole.
    • Add veggies: Stir in chopped onion, tomato, cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño.
      ¼ cup onion, ¼ cup tomato, ¼ cup cilantro, 1 jalapeño, 1 teaspoon lime juice
    • Season it: Add salt, pepper, cumin, and garam masala.
      ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder, ¼ teaspoon ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon garam masala
    • Mix and taste: Gently combine all the ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning.
    • Serve fresh: Guacamole tastes best when it’s freshly made.

    Notes

    Tested Tips from My Kitchen
    • Ripeness Check: A ripe avocado will yield slightly when pressed gently.
    • Spice Level: Skip the seeds in the jalapeño for less heat, or add a pinch of cayenne for more.
    • Storage Tip: Press cling wrap directly onto the surface of leftover guacamole to prevent browning. A dash of lime juice can help too.
    • Flavor Boost: Start with a small amount of garam masala and increase to taste. It adds depth without overpowering the guacamole.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 299mgPotassium: 543mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 333IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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