Tamarind-Spiced Margarita

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A tangy and spicy variation of the classic margarita, featuring tamarind puree and a chili-salt rim for a bold finish. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, tamarind puree 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 180 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.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix 1/4 tsp chili powder and 1/4 tsp kosher salt on a small plate.
  2. Step 2: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass, then dip the rim into the chili-salt mixture to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Fill the glass with crushed ice and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In a shaker filled with ice cubes, combine 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz tamarind puree, and 1/2 oz agave syrup.
  5. Step 5: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
  6. Step 6: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass over the crushed ice.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with a fresh lime wheel placed on the rim.

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