Ahh fresh lime juice. Added to salsa, guacamole, and in a quick spicy tortilla soup that I made for our Mexican movie night dinner. We enjoyed this along with chicken flautas and of course, margaritas.I like the classic straight up version from sauceguide.
1) Prep your vessel of choice by giving the rim a once over with a piece of lime and a light dose of salt.
2) Shake the following with ice:
2 shots tequila (I like el Jimador for mixing, straight is another matter entirely)
1 shot triple sec (or Cointreau in a pinch)
1 shot fresh squeezed lime juice
and
3) Strain into prepared margarita, coupette, or martini glass.
I sometimes add a bit of Rose's lime cordial and a splash of gomme syrup to sweeten it a bit for some friends, blended with fresh (strained) strawberries for a barbecue accompaniment, and my former flatmate's favourite: blended with a cup or so fresh watermelon.
cheers!
2 comments:
Hi Mary. When I lived in the US, there was a fantastic Mexican restaurant a block & a half away from our apartment. While their food was great, they were renown for their watermelon margaritas - absolutely mouth-watering. You've inspired me to try & recreate it this weekend! I love your blog - your food always looks warming and free of pretense. It's a favourite of mine.
Thank you Nigel. I quite like the watermelon version too. May the weather co-operate with your Margarita endevours.
Cheers,
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