Margarita Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Margarita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ice cubes; 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 of one lime; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

Ice cubes
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 of one lime
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar

1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2
Add tequila, lime juice, Simple Syrup and orange liqueur.
3
Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
4
(In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.)
5
Place Lime-salt-sugar on a plate.
6
Press the rim of a chilled rocks or wine glass into the mixture to rim the edge.
7
Strain margarita into the glass.
8
Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
9
Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
10
(Alternatively, heat in the microwave.)
11
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
12
Blend together lime, salt and sugar in a small blender or mini food chopper.

247

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Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ice cubes, 3 ounces tequila, 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 ounce Simple Syrup, recipe follows, 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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