Peach Jalapeno Margaritas

Jalapeños are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapeños have a balanced combination of flavor and heat. The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties.

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Yields 2 Servings

Ingredients

For the jalapeño simple syrup:
    • 1/2 cup sugar
    • 1/2 cup water
    • 1/2 of a fresh jalapeno, sliced in half
For the margaritas:
    • 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1/4 cup jalapeño simple syrup
    • 1-2 shots of silver tequila
optional:
  • extra lime juice for the rim of the glass
  • salt or sugar for the rim of the glass

Instructions

  1. First, make the simple syrup: in a small saucepan combine the sugar, water and jalapeño. Bring to a simmer while smashing the jalapeño with a wooden spoon to extract the flavor. Once it boils, remove from heat and let cool completely. Transfer to a container and chill in the fridge until ready to use.
  2. To make the margaritas: blend the diced peaches, lime juice, 1/4 cup of the jalapeño simple syrup, and tequila in a blender. Add a handful of ice cubes and blend until slushy. Enjoy garnished with lime and jalapeño slices.

Recipe from Dessert for Two, 2013