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Spicy Collard Margarita Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz orange liqueur
- 1 oz collard green syrup
- 1/2 oz jalapeño-infused agave syrup
- Salt for rim
- Collard green leaf for garnish

Special Equipment Needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Fine mesh strainer
- Blender

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a blender, blend 1 cup of chopped collard greens with 1 cup of water until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer and discard the solids.
3. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, collard green syrup, and jalapeño-infused agave syrup.
4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
5. Rim a glass with salt and fill with ice.
6. Strain the cocktail into the glass.
7. Garnish with a collard green leaf.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
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Serving size:
1 drink

Nutritional information:
Calories: 230
Total Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 0mg
Total Carbohydrates: 22g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 19g
Protein: 0g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any type of tequila can be used.
- Any type of orange liqueur can be used.
- If jalapeño-infused agave syrup is not available, regular agave syrup can be used and a slice of jalapeño can be muddled in the shaker.

Variations:
- Substitute collard greens with kale or spinach for a different flavor profile.
- Use a smoked salt rim for a smoky flavor.
- Add a splash of grapefruit juice for a citrusy twist.

Tips and Tricks:
- To make the jalapeño-infused agave syrup, combine 1 cup of agave syrup with 1 sliced jalapeño and let sit for at least 1 hour before using.
- To make the collard green syrup, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water and 1 cup of chopped collard greens in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer and let cool before using.

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Presentation Ideas:
Serve in a margarita glass with a collard green leaf garnish.

Garnishes:
Collard green leaf

Pairings:
Spicy foods, Mexican cuisine

Suggested Side Dishes:
Chips and salsa, guacamole, black beans and rice

Troubleshooting Advice:
If the cocktail is too spicy, add more collard green syrup to balance out the heat.

Food Safety Advice:
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Food History:
The margarita is a classic cocktail that originated in Mexico in the 1930s.

Flavor Profiles:
Sour, sweet, spicy

Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a refreshing cocktail on a hot summer day.

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Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Tart, Savory, Citrusy