Shishito Margarita Recipe

Time1h

Serves1

Shishito Pepper Infused Tequila, Fresh Lime

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Shishito Peppers
Rinse the shishito peppers under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Make a small slit in each pepper to allow the flavors to infuse.
2
Infuse the Tequila
Place the prepared shishito peppers into a clean glass jar and pour the tequila over them. Seal the jar tightly and let it sit in a cool, dark place for 24 to 48 hours, shaking gently every few hours to mix the flavors.
3
Strain the Infused Tequila
After the infusion time, strain the tequila through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle to remove the peppers. The tequila should have a slight green hue and a mild pepper flavor.

4
Prepare the Glass
Rub the rim of a margarita glass with a lime wedge and dip it into salt to coat the rim. Set aside.
5
Mix the Margarita
In a cocktail shaker, combine 100 ml of fresh lime juice, 30 ml of agave syrup, and 120 ml of the shishito pepper infused tequila. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
6
Shake and Strain
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled. Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass filled with fresh ice.
7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the margarita with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your Shishito Margarita!