Recipes Ojos Locos Sports Cantina - Mesa Paleta Shot

Paleta Shot Recipe

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@ojoslocossportscantinamesa

Dec 26 2025

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20m

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Serves 2

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Recipe information

Make Paleta Shot in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Base Ingredients

0.13 lb (2 oz)Tequila

0.06 lb (1 oz)ReaLime juice

0.03 lb (0.5 oz)Agave Syrup

Flavor Layer

0.06 lb (1 oz)Watermelon Puree

0.06 lb (1 oz)Strawberry Puree

Garnish

to taste Chili powder

as needed Lime wedges

Preparation of the Base

1. Mix the Base Ingredients

In a shaker, combine 2 oz of tequila, 1 oz of lime juice, and 0.5 oz of agave syrup. Fill the shaker with ice, close it tightly, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Layering the Flavors

2. Prepare Purees

In a separate container, prepare the watermelon and strawberry purees. You can either blend fresh watermelon and strawberries in a blender until smooth, or use store-bought purees. Measure out 1 oz of each puree for layering.

3. Layer the Shot

In your shot glass, pour the watermelon puree first, filling it to about halfway. Next, gently pour the tequila mixture over the back of a spoon to create a layer on top of the watermelon puree.

4. Add Strawberry Layer

Carefully add the strawberry puree on top of the tequila layer using the back of a spoon to maintain the layers. You should have three distinct layers now.

Garnishing

5. Finish and Garnish

Sprinkle a pinch of chili powder on top of the shot for a spicy kick. Serve with a lime wedge on the side for added flavor.

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