CRISPY BEEF CHICHARRONES WITH HOMEMADE GUACAMOLE

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Crunchy, crave-worthy beef strips served over creamy guacamole—this nostalgic dish blends bold flavor, heart-healthy comfort, and modern ease.

Ingredients

For the Crispy Beef Chicharrones:

  • 1.5 lbs beef brisket or beef belly, cut into thin strips

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp chili powder (optional for heat)

  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

  • Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch for extra crispiness

For the Homemade Guacamole:

  • 4 ripe Hass avocados

  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced

  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (seeded for milder flavor)

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Juice of 2 limes

  • 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or canned)

  • Salt to taste

  • Optional: 1 garlic clove, minced

Suggested Substitutions:

  • For gluten-free: Ensure spices and seasonings are certified gluten-free.

  • For a lower-fat version: Use lean beef or swap beef with crispy baked tofu.

  • For vegan/vegetarian: Replace beef with crispy mushrooms or tempeh strips.

Crunchy, crave-worthy beef strips served over creamy guacamole—this nostalgic dish blends bold flavor, heart-healthy comfort, and modern ease.

Ingredients

For the Crispy Beef Chicharrones:

  • 1.5 lbs beef brisket or beef belly, cut into thin strips

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp chili powder (optional for heat)

  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

  • Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch for extra crispiness

For the Homemade Guacamole:

  • 4 ripe Hass avocados

  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced

  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (seeded for milder flavor)

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Juice of 2 limes

  • 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or canned)

  • Salt to taste

  • Optional: 1 garlic clove, minced

Suggested Substitutions:

  • For gluten-free: Ensure spices and seasonings are certified gluten-free.

  • For a lower-fat version: Use lean beef or swap beef with crispy baked tofu.

  • For vegan/vegetarian: Replace beef with crispy mushrooms or tempeh strips.

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