Grilled Watermelon and Jalapeno Bowla Recipe

Name: Grilled Watermelon and Jalapeno Bowla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (1-inch thick) watermelon slices, plus small pieces for garnish; Vegetable oil; Salt; 1 cup water; 4 ounces blanco tequila; 1 -ounce Jalapeno Infused Simple Syrup, recipe follows; 1 lime, juiced; 1 -ounce watermelon schnapps; Whole jalapeno peppers, for garnish; 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1 small jalapeno pepper, sliced in 1/2; and let steep until cool. Remove the pepper slices and reserve the simple syrup.

Servings: persons

4 (1-inch thick) watermelon slices, plus small pieces for garnish
Vegetable oil
Salt
1 cup water
4 ounces blanco tequila
1 -ounce Jalapeno Infused Simple Syrup, recipe follows
1 lime, juiced
1 -ounce watermelon schnapps
Whole jalapeno peppers, for garnish
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 small jalapeno pepper, sliced in 1/2
and let steep until cool. Remove the pepper slices and reserve the simple syrup.

1
Heat the grill to high.
2
Lightly brush the watermelon slices with vegetable oil and season with salt.
3
Arrange on the grill and grill until you have visible grill marks on both sides.
4
Remove the rind and chop the flesh into large chunks.
5
Add the watermelon flesh to a blender, along with 1 cup of water and blend until liquefied.
6
Strain the juice, through a fine strainer, into a bowl.
7
Discard the pulp and reserve watermelon juice.
8
In a large bowl or glass pitcher, combine the tequila, simple syrup, lime juice and watermelon schnapps.
9
Add the grilled watermelon juice, and stir.
10
Pour into serving glasses and garnish with reserved slices of grilled watermelon and a jalapeno pepper.
11
Jalapeno Infused Simple Syrup:
12
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the water, sugar and the jalapeno pepper.
13
Heat the mixture until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes.
14
Remove from the heat

206

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (1-inch thick) watermelon slices, plus small pieces for garnish, Vegetable oil, Salt, 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Grilled Watermelon and Jalapeno Bowla falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Watermelon and Jalapeno Bowla

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Variations & substitutions

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