Best 5 Tequila Lime Sauce Recipes

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Tequila lime sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to add a zesty kick to a variety of dishes. Whether you're looking for a marinade for grilled chicken or fish, a dipping sauce for tacos or burritos, or a finishing touch for enchiladas, tequila lime sauce is sure to please. This tangy and refreshing sauce combines the bright flavors of lime and tequila with a touch of heat from chili peppers. With its unique and delicious taste, tequila lime sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TEQUILA LIME SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup white tequila
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 turns freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut up, at room temperature (1 stick)
Essence, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, shallots, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper in a saute pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce by half. Stir in the cream and simmer for 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter and remove from the heat. Continue whisking until all of the butter is incorporated. Serve immediately.
  • Remove the rellenos from the oven. Spoon 1/4 cup of the sauce on each plate and place the rellenos directly on top. Garnish with the tortilla strips and the cilantro sprigs. Sprinkle Essence on the rim.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

TEQUILA LIME CRANBERRY SAUCE



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This tequila lime cranberry sauce is truly special. The result is amazing for a tiny bit of extra effort. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium limes
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup tequila
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest from limes. Cut limes crosswise in half; squeeze juice from limes. Transfer zest and juice to a small saucepan. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until berries pop, 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate, covered, until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

PASTA WITH TEQUILA-TOMATO-LIME SAUCE



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An easy weeknight recipe and an interesting variation on plain tomato sauce. Clam juice adds a nice salty bite without tasting 'fishy,' and lime juice lends brightness.

Provided by amanda1432

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
½ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
½ tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeno pepper
1 (14.4 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 ½ tablespoons tequila
¼ cup water
1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
1 pinch crushed red pepper
¼ pound dried elbow macaroni
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, garlic, and jalapeno; cook until onion is soft and translucent. Stir in tomatoes, tequila, water, clam juice, and red pepper. Bring to a boil, then add macaroni. Cover, and simmer, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.7 calories, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 619.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

TEQUILA LIME SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Citrus

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup white tequila
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 turns freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut up, at room temperature (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, lime juice, shallots, garlic, cilantro, salt and pepper in a sautJ pan over high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce by half. Stir in the cream and simmer for 3 minutes. Whisk in the butter and remove from the heat. Continue whisking until all of the butter is incorporated. Serve immediately.

TEQUILA LIME SAUCE



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This makes great pasta sauce or put it on you favorite seafood.I like to serve over poached salmon and orzo and sauted kale. 11/17/13

Provided by Karl Strasser

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 c heavy cream
1 c half and half
2 Tbsp lime juice
1 Tbsp scallions
3 Tbsp tequila
1/2 Tbsp chicken base
1/2 c water
1/4 tsp white pepper
1/2 Tbsp roux

Steps:

  • 1. In a sauce pot combine heavy cream, half and half, water and chicken base.
  • 2. Bring it up to a simmer for 5 minutes and wisk the roux.
  • 3. Simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened.
  • 4. Wisk in tequila, lime juice, white pepper and scallions.
  • 5. Cool and cover.

Tips:

  • For a smoother sauce, blend the ingredients in a food processor or blender until completely smooth.
  • Add more lime juice or tequila to taste, depending on your desired flavor profile.
  • If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro instead. Just add 1/2 teaspoon of dried cilantro to the sauce.
  • You can also add other spices to the sauce, such as cumin, chili powder, or paprika.
  • This sauce is great on tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

This tequila lime sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of Mexican dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're making tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, give this sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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