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Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita

A spicy-sweet twist on the classic margarita with fresh pineapple juice and jalapeño heat, perfectly balanced with tequila and lime.

10 minEasyServes 1195 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz silver tequila
  • 1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice
  • 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz agave nectar
  • 2-3 slices jalapeño slices (seeds removed for less heat), sliced
  • as needed tajin or chili-lime salt (for rim)
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 1 pineapple wedge (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle 2-3 slices sliced jalapeño slices (seeds removed for less heat) gently to release the oils and spice.

  2. 2

    Add 2 oz silver tequila, 1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice, 3/4 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz agave nectar to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Fill the shaker with as needed ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.

  4. 4

    Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip in as needed tajin or chili-lime salt (for rim) if desired.

  5. 5

    Fill the glass with fresh ice and strain the cocktail into it.

  6. 6

    Garnish with 1 pineapple wedge (for garnish) and an additional jalapeño slice if desired.

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Questions

Is Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita comes from 2-3 slices jalapeño slices (seeds removed for less heat), sliced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita without alcohol?

The alcohol here is 2 oz silver tequila. Replace a base spirit with the same volume of a zero-proof spirit, or with chilled tea or tonic for bite; replace sparkling wine with sparkling water and a squeeze of citrus. Keep every other line as written, and expect a lighter, sweeter drink, since alcohol also carries bitterness and body.

Is Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita keto-friendly?

A serving of Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita carries 10 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

How many carbs are in Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita?

One serving (the recipe makes 1) has 10 g of carbohydrate in about 195 calories, with 6 g protein and 10 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 1. Halved, the tequila drops from 2 oz to 1 oz; doubled, it is 4 oz. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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