Charred Tomatillo Guacamole

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Found on epicurious. seed about half of chiles for moderately spicy guacamole, all of them for mild. Guacamole may be made 8 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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Steps

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Preheat broiler.

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Broil tomatillos in a flameproof shallow baking pan about 4 inches from heat until tops are charred , 7 to 10 minutes.

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Turn tomatillos over with tongs and broil until charred , about 5 minutes more.

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Combine onion , chiles , cilantro , salt , and pepper in a large bowl.

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Add tomatillos 2 at a time , mashing with a fork or pestle to form a coarse paste.

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Pit and peel avocados.

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Add avocados to mixture and continue mashing until incorporated but still chunky.

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Ingredients

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tomatillos, red onion, serrano chilies, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper, california avocados