Banana Mango Margarita
Recipe: #9564
May 12, 2013
Categories: Beverages, Alcohol, Cocktails, Mexican, 5-Minute Prep, Budget-Friendly, Game/Sports Day, Summer, , , more
"Quick and easy in the blender."
Original is 2 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (192.7 g)
- Calories 131.9
- Total Fat - 5.1 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.2 g
- Cholesterol - 1 mg
- Sodium - 387.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 19.9 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.5 g
- Sugars - 13.3 g
- Protein - 1.8 g
- Calcium - 36.6 mg
- Iron - 0.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 11.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Puree fruit and liquor in the blender and add ice one cube at a time through the chute until it thickens up.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Choose a ripe mango that is firm, but gives slightly when pressed.
- When selecting tequila, make sure to look for one that is 100% agave for the best flavor.
- Substitute mango with pineapple - pineapple is a sweeter fruit than mango, and will add a more tropical flavor to the margarita.
- Substitute banana liqueur with coconut liqueur - the coconut liqueur will add a more creamy and nutty flavor, which will complement the pineapple nicely.
Strawberry-Coconut Margarita Replace the mango with 1 cup of fresh strawberries and add 1 ounce of coconut liqueur. Puree fruit and liquor in the blender and add ice one cube at a time through the chute until it thickens up.
Pineapple-Coconut Margarita Replace the mango with 1 cup of fresh pineapple and add 1 ounce of coconut liqueur. Puree fruit and liquor in the blender and add ice one cube at a time through the chute until it thickens up.
Spicy Cilantro Lime Rice: This flavorful rice dish is the perfect accompaniment to the sweet and tangy Banana Mango Margarita. The spicy kick of the cilantro and lime will balance the sweetness of the margarita, creating a delicious combination.
Grilled Pineapple Salsa: This sweet and spicy salsa is the perfect addition to the Spicy Cilantro Lime Rice. The sweetness of the pineapple will complement the lime and cilantro in the rice, while the heat of the jalapeños will add a nice kick to the dish. Together, they will create a delicious combination that will pair perfectly with the Banana Mango Margarita.
FAQ
Q: What type of tequila should I use?
A: Use a blanco or silver tequila for the best results. Reposado and añejo tequilas can also be used, but may alter the flavor of the margarita.
Q: How much tequila should I use in a margarita?
A: The amount of tequila used in a margarita depends on personal preference, but a general rule of thumb is to use 1.5 ounces of tequila per drink.
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Fun facts:
The margarita is the most popular cocktail in the United States. It was invented in the 1930s by a bartender in Mexico for a customer who was an actress from the United States.
The margarita was named after the actress, Margarita Cansino, who later changed her name to Rita Hayworth. She was a famous Hollywood actress in the 1940s.