It's time for a Fiesta!
Today (September 16th) is Mexican Independence Day and we're celebrating #SundaySupper style!
Now, when most people think 'Mexican' they automatically jump to burritos, quesadillas and the like, but my mind goes straight to the margaritas. We have this great little Mexican hole-in-the-wall restaurant that serves a basic margarita by the pitcher...the fajitas are good, but I go there for the margaritas.
I knew as soon as our theme was announced this week that I would be creating a margarita of some sort. A quick bit of research on Mexican produce lead me to the kiwi. Kiwi is an often overlooked fruit. How many desserts do you know that utilize kiwi? Kiwi have a soft, but meaty texture and their flavor lands nicely between sweet and tart.
Refreshing Kiwi Lime Margatita
(makes 1 drink)
2 Ripe Kiwi
2 oz White Grape Juice
2 oz Tequila (I prefer Patron)
2 Tbsps Lime Juice (Divided)
3/4 cup Ice
Rimming Salt
I know...I know. First, let me address the fact that I use rimming salt rather than sugar for a fruity drink. Call me crazy, but I like the contrast between the flavors of the fruit and the salt. You could certainly use rimming sugar instead.
Peel the kiwi, split each in half lengthwise, remove the firm, white centers and discard those. You can also very gently scrap the inside of the kiwi to remove some of the seeds if you choose, but the seeds are very small and it's really no problem if you prefer to leave them in.
In a blender, combine the kiwi, ice, white grape juice, tequila and 1 Tbsp lime juice. Blend until smooth.
Moisten the rim of a glass with the remaining lime juice and dip the edge of the glass in your salt (or sugar) to rim your glass.
Serve immediately in your rimmed glass.
Who's ready to get this party started? Got your drinks? I know I've got mine!
What else is on the menu for our little fiesta? Check out these other great Mexican inspired dished from our #SundaySupper crew...
Sopas (Soups), Ensaladas (Salads), and Entremeses (Starters)
Chicken Tortilla Soup - The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
Mexican Paint Soup - Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
Jalapeño Popper Dip - Chocolate Moosey
Vegan Tortilla Soup - Galactosemia in PDX
Texas Caviar - Ruffles and Truffles
Cheese-Stuffed Jalapeños w/ a Tequila Sunrise - Mama's Blissful Bites
Mexican 7 Layer Dip & Chips - The Daily Dish Recipes
Stoplight Salsa Reisipe - Family Foodie
Tortilla Soup with Roasted Vegetables - Diabetic Foodie
La Comida (the food)
Fiesta en tu Boca Enchiladas (Chicken & White Bean Enchiladas w/ Salsa Verde) - The Hand That Rocks the Ladle
Gluten-Free Chicken Spinach Artichoke Enchiladas for #SundaySupper - Cooking Underwriter
Mexican Fiesta for #SundaySupper: Chipotle Chicken & 3 Bean Quesadillas w/ Wasabi Guacamole and Mango Salsa - Chattering Kitchen
Carnitas - My Catholic Kitchen
Tamale Pie - Noshing with the Nolands
Eggs Motuleños - The Meltaways
Grilled Fish Tacos with Black Bean and Corn Salsa - Small Wallet Big Appetite
Carne Asada - Magnolia Days
Carnitas Avocado Pizza with Chipotle Avocado Mayonnaise Drizzle - Damn Delicious
Frijoles Charros (Cowboy Beans) - La Cocina de Leslie
Puerco Pibil - girlichef
BLT Quesadillas with Avocado Mayo - Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Chile Rellenos with Roasted Tomato Sauce - Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
Tamales with Green Chili Sauce - Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Beef and Vegetable Enchiladas - Hezzi D's Books and Cooks
Chicken Con Queso - Momma's Meals
Baked Flautas - Home Cooking Memories
Chunky Aztec Chocolate Granola - What Smells So Good?
Street Tacos Al Pastor - Sustainable Dad
Shrimp Tacos - Pippi's in the Kitchen Again
Chile Relleno with Ranchero Sauce - The Little Ferraro Kitchen
Zippy Chipotle Shrimp & Mango Tostadas - Sue's Nutrition Buzz
Pork Tacos - Tora's Real Food
Stuffed Sopapillas - Juanita's Cocina
Chicken Fajitas - Cravings of a Lunatic
Blue Crab Tacos - Pescetarian Journal
Huevos Rancheros - Comfy Cuisine
Postres (desserts)
Chocolate Cinnamon Flan - Vintage Kitchen Notes
Caramel Apple Enchiladas for a Mexican Fiesta #SundaySupper - In the Kitchen with KP
Chilli Chocolate Truffles - Happy Baking Days
Horchata Ice Cream & Churro Brownies - Kwistin's Favorites
Strawberry Empanadas - In the Kitchen with Audrey and Maureen
Plantain Fritters - From Fast Food to Fresh Food
Fried Cinnamon Sugar Tortillas - The Watering Mouth
Bebidas (beverages)
Beer Margaritas - That Skinny Chick can bake
Hatch Chile Margarita - Shockingly Delicious
Skinny & Spicy Watermelon Margaritas - I Run for Wine
Refreshing Kiwi Lime Margarita - Mama Mommy Mom
Wine Pairings for a Mexican Fiesta #SundaySupper - ENOFYLZ
As always, we'll be chatting it up on Twitter at 7 pm EST. We'd love to have you join us. All you need to do if follow the #SundaySupper hashtag and jump right in!
You've seen how we throw a fiesta, now tell me about your favorite Mexican dish...
