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Elevate Your Brunch Game: The Ultimate Avocado Toast Recipe

A Classic with a Twist

Avocado toast may be a staple, but it’s time to take it to the next level. Ditch the bland, uninspired versions and indulge in a flavorful, visually stunning dish that’s sure to impress.

The Perfect Ingredients

To create a truly exceptional avocado toast, you’ll need:

• 1 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 cups distilled white vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon whole cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1/2 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 slice whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice from 1 small lemon
• Pickled red onions
• Micro cilantro
• Flaky sea salt
• Red pepper flakes

The Essential Gear

Don’t forget to gather the necessary tools:

• A jar or container for pickling the onions
• A medium stockpot
• A toaster
• Avocado slicers
• Silicone egg rings
• Lemon squeezers

Crafting the Perfect Toast

First, prepare the pickled red onions. Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, water, bay leaf, cilantro, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and garlic in a medium stockpot. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and pour over the red onions. Let it sit until the liquid reaches room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Next, mash the avocado slices onto the toast. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt. Top with pickled red onions, micro cilantro, flaky sea salt, and red pepper flakes.

Mixing it Up

Take your avocado toast to new heights by adding a poached egg for a rich, creamy element. Alternatively, sprinkle some za’atar for a Mediterranean twist or combine smoked salmon and capers for a DIY bagel sandwich.

Expert Tips

Remember these crucial tips to elevate your avocado toast:

• Use perfectly ripe avocados, and remove any brown spots.
• Balance flavors with salt and acid, whether you mash or slice the avocados.

Selecting the Perfect Avocado

Avoid the common mistakes and choose the ideal avocado by:

• Checking the skin: ripe avocado skin is dark green, brown, or purple.
• Giving it a light squeeze: ripe avocados yield to pressure.
• Using the stem trick: remove the stem to reveal the flesh underneath. If it’s ripe, it should be green.

If your avocado has some brown spots, simply cut them out before using. With these expert tips and the perfect ingredients, you’ll be serving up a brunch masterpiece in no time!