HOW TO CUT AN AVOCADO FROM MEXICO

Open the avocado by cutting it in half lengthwise around the pit. Twist to separate the halves. Place the half with the pit on a cutting board; strike the pit with the blade of a sharp knife, twist, then pull the pit out. To dice the avocado flesh, cut into slices lengthwise then crosswise; with a spoon scoop the flesh out of the skin. To slice, scoop the flesh out with a spoon; place flat-side down on cutting board and cut into slices.