Sometimes you can make it with cheese and garlic for a casserole. Guacamole - A dip made of mashed avocadoes seasoned with onions, tomatoes, chiles, and cilantro. This is mostly eaten as a dip for fried corn chips, but it is also very good with raw vegetables. You may also use it as a filling for burritos and tacos. Okra, fil powder, and roux.
All methods are acceptable, and all are considered traditional.