Moroccan Guacamole

Moroccan Guacamole

4 ripe avocados from Mexico, halved, seeded and peeled
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 medium red onion, finely minced
1/4 cup finely minced roasted red pepper
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
Large pinch ground cumin
Large pinch ground coriander
Large pinch ground cayenne
Small pinch ground cinnamon
Small pinch ground cloves
Small pinch ground allspice
1/2 cup diced English cucumber
4 seeded dates, finely diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

In a large mixing bowl, combine avocados, lemon juice, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cayenne, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and mint. Mash with a potato masher or the back of a fork. Stir in cucumber, dates, and mint leaves. Mix well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Makes 1 batch guacamole