Margarita Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Margarita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces tequila; 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 ounce simple syrup, recipe follows; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon orange liqueur; 1 tablespoon Lime-salt-sugar, recipe follows; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup water; Zest one lime; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
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Add tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup and orange liqueur.
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Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
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Spread lime-salt-sugar on a plate.
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Moisten the rim of a chilled rocks or wine glass with a lime wedge and press into mixture to rim edge.
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Strain margarita into glass.
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Place sugar and water in a small saucepan.
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Cook over low heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves.
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Remove from heat and let cool.
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Store in a sealed container in refrigerator for up to 1 month.
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Blend zest, salt and sugar together in a small blender or mini food chopper.
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Use immediately.

247

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces tequila, 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 ounce simple syrup, recipe follows, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon orange liqueur, and more.

Yes, Margarita 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.

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Margarita

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Variations & substitutions

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