Spicy Pineapple Habanero Margaritas
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Spicy Pineapple Habanero Margaritas
Description
Spicy Pineapple Habanero Margaritas begin by blistering halved and seeded habaneros in a skillet to develop smoky, charred flavors without excessive bitterness. The main margarita mixture combines tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and pineapple juice, stirred together. Adding the prepared habaneros to this mixture for at least 15 minutes allows controlled infusion of heat and flavor; the longer they steep, the spicier the drink becomes.
Serving over ice with optional garnishes such as lime wedges, pineapple slices, or even additional habanero slices provides a vibrant presentation. A salt rim prepared with a honey or agave syrup dip followed by coarse salt adds a contrasting savory note that enhances the cocktail experience.
Ingredients
- 1 cup tequila silver
- 1 cup triple sec
- 1 cup lime juice fresh-squeezed
- 2 1/2 cups pineapple juice
- 4 habanero chiles
- salt limes, habaneros, pineapple slices, optional garnish
Instructions
- Place a small skillet over medium heat. Cut the habaneros in half and remove the seeds. Place the chiles in the skillet and blister on both sides. Turn off the heat.
- Pour the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and pineapple juice in a pitcher. Stir well.
- Add the blistered habaneros. Let them sit in the margarita mix anywhere from 15 minutes to overnight. The longer they soak in the mix, the spicier it will be. Taste the mixture after 15 minutes to determine how long you want to soak them. Remove the habaneros, when the spice level is to your liking.
- When ready to serve, pour the margaritas into glasses over ice. Garnish with lime wedges, pineapple slices, or additional habaneros.
Notes
- To prepare a salted rim, dip glass rims in a mixture of honey (or agave) and water, then coat with coarse salt for added flavor contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6drinks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 287kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 65mg | 72% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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