Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas
Delicious combo of sweet and spicy with homemade jalapeño simple syrup and spicy salt. The recipe for a pitcher!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
Jalapeño Syrup (makes 1 cup- enough for 16 margaritas)
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 jalapeño
Spicy Salt (makes 1/2 cup rimming salt)
- 1/2 cup salt
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
Jalapeño Margarita (makes 4 margaritas)
- 1 cup tequila
- 3/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup jalapeño simple syrup
Instructions
Jalapeño Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan over medium heat stir together the water and sugar.
- Add the jalapeño and bring to a gentle simmer. Continue simmering, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes.
- Let it cool down completely and pour into an airtight container.
Spicy Salt
- Stir together all the ingredients until everything is well incorporated.
- To rim the glass, rub a lime wedge over the border of the glass and dip into the spicy salt until the whole border is coated.
To Make Spicy Margaritas:
- In a pitcher combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice and jalapeño simple syrup.
- Add the ice, lime wedges and jalapeño slices and stir. Set aside.
- Rim the glasses with the spicy salt and fill with the margaritas. Serve immediately.