Home made tortilla, traditional guacamole

Preparation time: 60 min

• Tortillas

  Combine all of the dry ingredients and make a well in the center.  Add the shortening and combine.

  Finish by adding the hot water and combine well.

  Let rest for 20 minutes and then cut into 8 equal portions.

  Use a tortilla press to make your tortillas or use a rolling pin.

  Cook for 1 minute in hot skillet on each side.

• Guacamole

  Finely slice the red onion and cilantro.

  Juice the lime and cut the tomato into cubes.

  In a mixing bowl, place the flesh of the avocados and mash them with a fork.  Next, add the lime juice and tabasco.  Season to taste and then add the rest of the ingredients.

  Cover and transfer to the fridge.