Lemongrass Margarita: A Modern Take on a Classic
This lemongrass margarita is citrusy and anything but ordinary – perfect for stylish soirees, sunny days and cinco de mayo. This is a refreshing take on a classic cocktail
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Bright and Fresh – Say goodbye to an overly sweet margarita
Balanced and Modern – lemongrass brings a new feeling to the margarita and the sweetness is gentle
Recipe Quick Facts
Prep Time: 10 minutes plus 24 hours for the tequila and lemongrass to infuse
Cook Time for Syrup: 5 minutes plus 30 minutes to steep
Servings: 2 cocktails
What You’ll Need
Fresh
- lemongrass
- limes
Pantry/Bar
- tequila
- sugar
- cointreau
- salt/sugar for rimming
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Serves
2
Ingredients
Lemongrass Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass (trimmed, smashed)
Lemongrass Infused Tequila
- 1 cup tequila
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass (trimmed, smashed)
Margarita
- 2 oz lemongrass infused tequila
- 1 oz lemongrass syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
- ice
- limes and lemongrass to garnish
- salt or sugar for rimming
Steps
1
Infuse the Tequila:
Collect all necessary ingredients for your meal, such as
2
Wash and chop vegetables, measure out spices, and marinate any proteins if needed. This step ensures everything is ready for cooking, making the process smoother and more efficient.
3
Bring a pot of water to a boil for items like pasta or potatoes. Cook ingredients according to your recipe, whether it’s boiling, sautéing, grilling, or baking. Pay attention to cooking times to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
4
Once all components are cooked, mix them together as directed by your recipe. This might involve adding sauces, mixing in spices, or layering ingredients in a specific order.
5
Plate the meal attractively, garnish as desired, and serve it hot. Enjoy your delicious homemade meal, and share it with family or friends if desired.
