Crimini Stuffed with Spicy Guacamole



These are great for putting people in a party mood.

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 serrano chiles, finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ripe medium avacado
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 to 2 pounds fresh crimini mushrooms, cleaned and stems removed

Preparation:

Combine the tomatoes, onion, chiles, and salt in a medium bowl and allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, split the avocado in half and remove the seed. Scoop out the avocado meat and place in a food processor. Add the cilantro, vinegar, 2 tablespoons water, and the lemon juice and blend until smooth.

Fold the avocado puree into the tomato mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour before using.

Adjust seasoning for filling with salt if necessary. Stuff the mushroom caps with the guacamole and serve.

Serves 8 to 10
Suggested wine: Long Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc

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Date Revised:  02/05/2004