While we shelter in place and take a pause from travelling, there’s no reason why we can’t keep basking in the memories of our journeys and bring some of those exciting flavours into our kitchens. Travel company Naya Traveler has compiled a list of its fave recipes collected over the years, from the busy streets of Jaipur to the hidden riads of Fes and the sleepy countryside of Cambodia. Try making the Guatamalen Guacamole below, and explore the rest of Naya Traveler’s recipes online. —Vita Daily
Guacamole
The rightful claim to this globally beloved dip belongs to the Mayas, one of the world’s major ancient civilizations that once expanded throughout Central America. During the heyday of the Mayan Empire, avocados were a treasured crop eaten as a snack or accompanying more elaborate food preparations.
1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 green chile pepper seeded, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Chop red onions, cilantro and green chillies. Set aside. Slice avocados in half and remove the pits. Dice the avocado halves and scoop out with a tablespoon. Place in a bowl. Add the onion, cilantro, green chillies, lime juice and salt to the bowl. Stir together (without overdoing it) until all ingredients are mixed enough, but the avocado retains a chunky texture. Serve with corn tortilla chips.
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