Nicaraguan Tamarind and Chili Margarita
A bold margarita variation marrying the tartness of tamarind with a spicy chili kick, balanced by smooth tequila and fresh lime. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Tequila blanco, Tamarind syrup, Fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 175 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila blanco
- 1 oz Tamarind syrup
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Triple sec
- 1 tsp for rimming Chili powder
- 1 tsp for rimming Coarse salt
- as needed Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: Mix 1 tsp chili powder with 1 tsp coarse salt on a small plate. Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip it into the chili-salt mixture to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim and pour in 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz tamarind syrup, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz triple sec.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Strain the cocktail into the prepared rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim to contrast the spicy rim.
