Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz passionfruit puree
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Ice
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Margarita glass
- Small plate for salt
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rim the margarita glass with salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into salt on a small plate.
2. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice.
3. Add tequila, lime juice, passionfruit puree, triple sec, and simple syrup to the shaker.
4. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
5. Fill the salt-rimmed glass with ice.
6. Strain the cocktail into the glass.
7. Garnish with a lime wedge or a slice of passionfruit.
8. Serve and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
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Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes one cocktail.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 230
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fat: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Sodium: 1 mg
Sugar: 22 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tequila: You can use mezcal or vodka instead.
- Lime juice: You can use lemon juice instead.
- Passionfruit puree: You can use fresh passionfruit pulp or another fruit puree, such as mango or pineapple.
- Triple sec: You can use Cointreau or Grand Marnier instead.
- Simple syrup: You can use agave nectar or honey instead.
Variations:
- Spicy passionfruit margarita: Add a slice of jalapeno or a dash of hot sauce to the cocktail shaker.
- Frozen passionfruit margarita: Blend all the ingredients with ice instead of shaking them.
- Pineapple passionfruit margarita: Replace the passionfruit puree with pineapple puree.
Tips and tricks:
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your taste.
- You can make a big batch of this cocktail by multiplying the ingredients and shaking them in a pitcher.
Storage instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve the cocktail in a margarita glass with a salt rim and a lime wedge or a slice of passionfruit on the rim.
Garnishes:
- Lime wedge
- Slice of passionfruit
- Sprig of mint
Pairings:
- Mexican food, such as tacos, enchiladas, or guacamole
- Seafood, such as ceviche or shrimp cocktail
- Spicy dishes, such as curry or pad thai
Suggested side dishes:
- Chips and salsa
- Quesadillas
- Rice and beans
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cocktail is too sour, add more simple syrup.
- If the cocktail is too sweet, add more lime juice.
- If the cocktail is too strong, add more passionfruit puree or triple sec.
Food safety advice:
- Drink responsibly and do not drive after consuming alcohol.
Food history:
The margarita is a popular cocktail that originated in Mexico in the 1930s. It is typically made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, and served in a salt-rimmed glass.
Flavor profiles:
This passionfruit margarita is sweet, tart, and tangy, with a tropical flavor from the passionfruit puree.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this cocktail at a party, a barbecue, or a happy hour with friends.
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