I’ve got some sort of county fair mindset going on here.
You know… the fry-every-delicious-thing-you-can-get-your-hand-on mindset.
Should I ever start frying things like Oreo Cookies, brownies, or butter… please send help (and kale).
I hope you’ll allow me a moment to explain. I was really hoping to turn something crisp and savory into something that looked like little candies. A totally reasonable thing to do, right? Inside of these little rolls is a creamy bright combination of avocado and lime. The ends are tied with scallion greens and the little pouches are fried.
The fact that this little gem of an idea turned into something called Fried Guacamole is really just circumstance.
In other words… send help (and kale).
Everyone approaches guacamole in different ways. I combined red onion, lots of lime juice, spicy pepper, and cilantro (not pictured because it was left on the kitchen counter).
Ingredients are combined in a sort of mashing motion.
Layers. Let’s discuss.
Wonton skins. These will get all sorts of crispy.
Beaten egg. Edible glue.
Scallion greens. Ribbons we can fry and eat!
Layers in action.
Just a dab of guacamole will do.
Roll away. The egg will help seal these suckers so make sure there’s egg on the end to close it up tight.
Pinch the ends like they’re wrapped candy.
I really like the direction that this is going and I hope you do to.
Scallion green are tied to the ends. Loosely. They’re mostly for decoration… to prove we’re clever.
It’s the egg that keeps the insides in. It’s the scallions that make us feel like we’re doing most things right.
Line them up. Ready for frying.
These little bites can be lined up and frozen. Freeze them flat so they don’t stick together, then you can gently bag them up. I just let my bites sit for about 30 minutes before frying. They’ll pop, sizzle, and take a bit longer to fry.
This sort of frying doesn’t require a fry thermometer or a major ton of oil. Fry until golden. If frozen, fry until golden and cooked through.
Under what circumstances would you make and fry guacamole? Well… if you’d like to make more friends, make yourself a bonkers dinner, snack all day on a random Saturday, or feed your fanatical football friends… these are the move.
If you find that you have leftover wonton wrappers, you could totally make these quick raviolis (they freeze well too)! Green Pea Pesto Ravioli.
Fried Guacamole
makes 20-24 pieces (depending on the size of your avocado)
1 ripe avocado
juice of 1 lime
3 to 4 tablespoons diced scallions (the white part is great) or diced red onion
2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno (deseeded to remove some of the spice)
a bit of chopped cilantro if you’re feeling it
salt and coarse ground black pepper to taste
wonton wrappers
1 egg, beaten
thin scallion green strips
canola oil for frying
Mash avocado in a small bowl . Stir in lime juice, scallions or onions, jalapeno, cilantro (if using), and salt and pepper. Mash well so that the avocado is relatively smooth. Set aside.
On a clean work surface, set out six wonton wrappers. Brush lightly with beaten egg. Dollop about 1 teaspoon of avocado mixture into the center of the wonton. Roll into a small pouch, pinching the wonton skin around each side of the avocado mixture. The egg will help seal the pinched ends. Very gently tie a scallion green on each end of the wonton. Repeat until all six avocado packages are done. Then repeat until all of the avocado mixture is done. Assembled pouches can be frozen on a single layer until frozen through. They can then be carefully stacked in a freezer-safe container. When ready to fry, remove pouches from the freezer, place in a single layer on a plate, allow to defrost for about 30 minutes then fry according to the instructions below.
To fry pouches, place oil in a shallow, heavy bottom saute pan. The oil should be about 1-inches deep. Heat over medium heat. To test the oil, dip a corner of a wonton skin in the oil. If it begins to strongly sizzle, you’re ready to go. Place three avocado stuffed wontons into the hot oil. Cook for about 45 seconds on each side, using a pair of tongs to rotate. The wontons may need a bit longer if they’ve been frozen. Remove when wonton is golden brown and crispy on all sides. Allow to rest on a few sheets of paper towels.
Fried guacamole are best served warm, or within an hour of frying.
154 Responses
whoa i love this it’s impressive
I just discovered this on StumbleUpon. This is genius. Can’t wait to try!
Amazing! I’m so glad I found this recipe. Can’t wait to try this.
This is PURE STRAIGHT UP GENIUS!!!!
These are so fantastic and cute, I love it. Over the top, but the exact thing everyone really wants. I’m obsessed with tying things with chives so totally love the scallion greens. They’re like a little Christmas gift! I have to try them.
Do you think rice paper wrappers would work for this recipe? Trying to keep things gluten free.
I don’t know, I’ve never fried rice paper. I’m not sure how that would work, but I’d love to know if you try it.
They look amazing!! Is it okay to bake them rather than frying?
I’ve never tried so I can’t say for sure. You can give it a shot, but I don’t think the results will be quite the same.
you make me want to cook.
that takes something!
Joy! You are so much fun. Thank you thank you thank you.
I’d like to say thank you….now that you have introduced me to this fine delicacy my life is complete.
I’ve never tried fried oreos but these fried Mars Bars are to die for. Here is the recipe from Chuck Hughes a famous chef here in Montreal.
https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipes/Eggs/Dairy/recipe.html?dishid=9983
This is one of the most original and best ideas i’ve seen all year. I love avocado so much – I even have a big tree. I love this idea!
very random though…
since I know that the black-squares-photos is actually your floor…
It changed my world somehow… ;) xxx
Holy balls. I think I love you. I need to make these immediately, which will be difficult as I am currently in my office at work. There’s gotta be a hot plate around here somewhere, yeah?
Definitely trying these tonight… yumm yumm! Joy, you’re the best at providing food inspiration!
WHAT? Out of control! These sound incredible!
Oh
my
god
sign me up for this.
I had it once at a restaurant and have been looking for a recipe for it ever since.
Insanity. Green, genius insanity.
holy crap. I just made something similar to this on my blog. Avocado, black bean, tomatillo spring rolls. dudette, out of this world! I’ll try it this way next time. Cute little packages.
Love this!! Definitely going to give it a try next time I’ve got friends over for some margaritas and these. Great pics terrific idea. xo
Brilliant! I have never even considered wrapping guacamole, but it looks like it should be done all the time now!
Stay in the Lines
This might just be the best idea I’ve ever heard.
Girlfriend, you were blogged about by America’s Test Kitchen! Woo! https://americastestkitchen.tumblr.com/post/31863668561/is-there-anything-you-cant-deep-fry-french
The idea of using scallion greens to tie these up is just genius. They’re so cute!
You are so funny!
The first 2 seconds I thought “Oh my god….:S” but then when I thought about it and started reading your recipe I think it totally makes sense! Great idea!!!
Lots of love,
Sam Ana
I love this idea! It’s so cute as well, it’d be perfect for entertaining! (that way I wouldn’t feel bad about the fried goodness)
never would have thought about this, but it looks pretty amazing!
xo, cheyenne
As I read this, I am eating kale chips I made (ahem… inspired by your baked “chili cheese” fries) the other day. Fried guacamole sounds amazing, not gluten free, but amazing. Maybe I’ll find a way to convert it :)
woah…just tried to imagine eating these and had some vertigo…
You should DEFINITELY fry kale. Sounds a bit Japanese/Tepanyaki style.
Do it!
Oh. Wow. If I dropped dead immediately after eating those delicious little fried packets of heavenly guac – I would drop dead a happy girl!!!
Beautiful! What an awesome idea!! This is the new fried fair food trend :) I love it!
Joy you must check out this blog…they specialise in the “fry-every-delicious-thing-you-can-get-your-hand-on mindset.” and even some not delicious things!!
https://itsfrydayfryday.tumblr.com
Happy Frying!! :-)
And here I thought the scallion greens provided green veg/vitamins.
You’ve done it again, Joy. You’ve made me stare at my screen in awe. Where do you get all this radical creativity? Can I come over and eat fried guacamole with you? I’d like it especially if we watched something really silly on TV while we snacked.
OMG!!! this looks delish. I can’t wait to try it this Sunday!!!
Thanks for the yummy idea!
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“to prove that we’re clever” – ha! classic Joy : ) You are too clever my dear. what I’d give to hop in your brain for a day! how on earth do you come up with these things?
xo,
shalan
yum
mmm, reminds me of avocado egg rolls at bj’s brewery. if this recipe is half as amazing as those, then this will be a fantastic recipe to keep forever!
Since we just finished lunch here, on a rainy day in Buenos Aires, that means guacamole and sesame crackers.
At first, this did not grab me .. fried ?
But then I started thinking about it . won tons, fried, guacamole, you got me :)
Now if I can find won ton wrappers in Argentina, it will be my lucky day.
It took me awhile to understand what was happening, but I get it now and I like it! I’m glad you’re so clever to come up with an idea like this, especially the chive “ties.”
So different and I’m sure yummy
Ohh I like these, and the scallion ends add a touch of fancypants. I wonder how these would taste steamed? – – probably a little strange with the creamy center… I may just have to steam one and fry the rest :)
Hello!
I am giving a party in November with about 30 – 40 people and I´d like to make these as an appetizer…
As frying will produce too much smell in my open kitchen I´d like to know if I make these also in the oven!?
Susanne
Gaaah! What an awesome idea to make them look like wrapped candies, using green onions as ribbons! I’m on a deep frying kick as well, and will have to try these.
OH
MY
GOODNESS…
There are still miracles!
thank you for sharing! avocado and fried? yum! can not wait to try it!
Officially jealous of your creativity and inspiration in the kitchen. Fried Guacamole? Could it get any better?
Well, there it is. Pinterest material, that’s for sure, thank you!
you. are. a. JEEN YUS.
Wow..two of my favorite things…”fried” and “avocado” :)
This recipe is so interesting. Here in Peru we have something similar that we call “tequeño”, it is made with wonton filled with cheese, a type of cheese that we call “fresh cheese”. We have to fried it and we eat with guacamole (“palta”) as dip…so I’m thinking…what about to make your version and use a dip made with cheese…ummmm
Hmm…Now you’ve got me wondering what other sorts of things I could tuck into those cute little packages and fry…..
are you freaking kidding me. gaaaah.
You had me at fried. Love.
one word- THESEAREGENIUS. i will just have to think of a gluten free version…
thanks for sharing!!
these have to be so bad for you, but must taste oh so good!
they are going to be the perfect addition to our family super bowl party this year (if we can wait that long).
I recently ate “avocado fries” (think slices of avocado breaded and deep-fried) and I’m still not sure how exactly I feel about them. This recipe makes me want to run out now and buy some avocados to fry. I can’t wait to try it!
My thighs do not thank you. But I do.
You were already my hero with the tomato cobbler, but you just knocked Teddy Roosevelt off the list with this one. When was the last time a world leader came up with a tied appetizer, is what I want to know? You just keep doing what you are doing and the world will be a better place.
Well, I’m not going to be able to think of anything else until I make these. Ridiculous, in the best kind of way.
Hellooooo food porn
I would never have thought to do that but no I can’t wait to try! It’s sounds like the perfect combination of delicious things!
Holy avocado, that looks delicious. Do you have any recommendations for an alternative to egg for binding?
i use just water to seal edges when i make home made ravioli.
Thanks!
I just had avacado fries at On The Border, and it reminds me of these! Those were delicious, and I’ll be these are too!
These look really amazing! The photos definitely make me want to try this recipe out. :)
If i could predict the future, i would say that I would be quite addicted to these bad boys! Wow, they look absolutely delicious. As does everything you make. xx
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have you ever had a fried oreo? they’re heaven.
You’re such a catch! Look how cute those things are and how delicious they must be – I can only imagine! Like all of your readers who posted comments, I adore guacamole and your creative thinking has made me see it in a new light. Thanks and hope you had fun this weekend!
Ummm I definitely yelped, “ohmigod” when i read the title of this recipe! holy cow. guac is one of my favorite things in the world. i must try these before i die!
Must. Try. You are a flippin’ genius, Joy! <3
Can we fry popsicles, next time? I’d love to ;-)
Not fair, Joy. You cannot post this recipe just when my doc has made an appointment to scold me for my elevated cholesterol. Now I can’t make it…EVIL!!!
Oh my goodness! With this guacamole can be dipped! Dipping a dip? Blows the mind. :D
YUM! I used to work at this place in Canada called Moxies and they served an avocado egg roll appy that they served with a sweet chili sauce (you know, that freaky pink sweet and sour sauce?) It was a really addicting combo. I LOVE your sweet little scallion ribbons. Smarty pants!
I went to Bazaar in Hollywood a while back and had the little guacamole-and-chip bombs in little packets. The skins were thinly-sliced jicama! Totally bonkers. This sounds like a more-delicious, more-doable option!
Oh my, Joy! You never stop tantalizing us with deliciousness! Gotta try these!
You slay me… that is all.
This is probably one of the most brilliant food ideas I have seen in a while. I absolutely must try this.
I may have had a fried Oreo last year…and then I may have also eaten part of a fried Snickers. And a corndog. So I’m definitely down with fried guac!
Wow! My first thought was, “what??” Then I read a little more and thought, “Oh yeah!” I can already taste them. =)
Genius! I can’t wait to try!!!!
You are a freakin’ genius! My football-loving friends will want to crown me the queen of sports food.
I love this idea! It’s going in the mix for weekend get togethers.. I have one friend that will think these are the best things ever! She’s a guac fanatic…
I’m definitely not a fan of avocado (and neither is my husband), but I’ll have to make this for my avocado-loving friends. They will be totally thrilled!
Just plain genius! And just in time for football (and by football I mean snack) season!
Ha! You must be chanelling the North Carolina State Fair because in October they have everything fried: fried milkyways, fried twinkees, you name it!
:-)
Seriously the cutest most delish way I’ve ever seen guac to be consumed. I’m dying for this right now!
This is brilliant, Joy! Now I’m wondering what else can be fried in wonton wrappers… :D I like a little cumin in my guacamole, but I know that’s now for everyone. :)
You little genius you. These are so freaking cute.
WHATAREYOUTRYINGTODOTOMEJOY?! I really want to use the word whimsy in my comment here…these are just so adorably clever! I
I’m kind of speechless right now. I’m also kind of having a hard time getting back to work because I kind of just want to go home and make these – right now. Most of all, I kind of want to give you a big creepy hug to thank you for coming up with this amazing idea. You’re kind of awesome.
I love how inventing you are!
Oh, please come to the State Fair of Texas with these!! There is a competition each year for what fried foods will be selected to serve at the Fair. Most of them are crap but this would seriously win (and more importantly actually taste good)!!! Brilliant.
this is crazy amazing!!
What a great recipe! These little guys are so freakin cute… And the scallion ties are so, so, so smart!
You have GOT to be kidding me. I’m completely falling apart at the seams right now.
But in a sexy way.
I think.
And I love this.
uh, YUM. I love stuffing wonton wrappers with yummy things and frying and i love guacamole so this is total win-win! :)
you are awesomely ridiculous.
I completely love this country fair mentaliy you’ve got goin on. deep fried and gooey.
would it be wrong to add some cheese into this recipe for extra deep-fried delicious-ness?
So excited to try these! Your blog is my faves… my husband and friends and family thank you. They get to reap the benefits of your work on a regular basis.
Woman, this is genius! Everything about this – the fact it’s fried guacamole, the way it’s wrapped like candy, and how it’s tied with scallions – pure genius!
Love these. I would totally do these crab rangoon style, too.
Definitely need some kale chips to redeem oneself after these!!!
Ooh I can imagine all that creamy avocado and deep fried crispiness combined is heaven. You are to blame if I become obese :-)
Ahah, I have to try! But how is the guacamole? I never tried hot one.
In Hungary they fry everything, even each piece of vegetables.
Crazy genius! Have to make
Oh my gosh. As always, I love how inventive you are! This is such a clever and delicious looking idea!
You are a mad genius. That is all.
I haven`t seen something more original and edible for a while now. Thumbs up!
You rock – that’s all I have to say.
Deviliously Delicious and Devine.
love your idea. i swoon over doing anything out of the ordinary in the kitchen and so frying guacamole appeals, does it ever, like fried ice cream would… cheers!
n?
oh. my. what have you done
These look great! Going to make these when I get home tonight! May have to make Nutella/banana candies for dessert! Joy is definitely taking us to the fried side. <3
In the north of England, it is completely normal to get deep-fried pizza. And Mars Bars. True fact.
I love the way you think!
These look like perfection. Utter, fried, perfection.
These are absolutely adorable! And….very clever:)
unfortunately in a moment of weakness I have deep fried oreos before…..soooo wrong but soooo good. I wouldn’t do it again though (ahem…maybe). I would have never though to fry guacamole! These look great!
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This recipe makes me wonder: if I send kale will you fry it?
This is genius. Evil genius, maybe, but genius.
When I read the teaser at the bottom of your last post about Fried Guac, Iwas seriously racking my brain for the past 6 hours or so wondering HOW she did that…and now, I know. And it looks amazing. Better pick up some avocados tomorrow!
Love it! They look so impressive and totally like sweets in wrappers.
I think this is a genius idea. It’s kinda like chips & guacamole without all the mess. You’re actually doing us a favour with this recipe Joy!
Nice and must be really delicious.
hilarious! these look great!
unreal. may just need to try this – there’s someone i’m hoping to impress and well, what more could i need?