Taco Margaritas: These Zesty Cocktail And Food Pairings Are Taking Over Indian Parties
In a trendy move that brings together the vibrancy and spiciness of Mexican tacos with the equally bright flavours of the margarita cocktail, Indian bars and kitchens are all about featuring flavour-forward, zesty couplings this monsoon. Whether they are crispy or soft shell tacos, whether it is a margarita complete with citrusy elements or with a spicier touch, this food and drink pairing is sweeping gastronomy and mixology circles with its sheer versatility.
What’s more, Indian gastronomes are also experimenting with different local masalas and flavours that can be used to prepare the stuffing that goes into the crescent-shaped bar bites. Similar tasting notes are also being incorporated into margaritas to lend them a desi twist well-suited to the rainy season. If you are planning on hosting a gathering at home this time of the year, well, hop on to the trend and go for ‘taco margaritas’ that are the pair du jour.
Read on below to know more about how spicy, tangy and flavourful tacos pair with different margarita variations and how they can be put together in a menu curated for monsoon weekends:
Classic Chicken Tacos
Pair With: Classic Lime Margarita
Hosting a weekend gathering during monsoons for intimate friends? You cannot go wrong with platefuls of delicious chicken tacos featuring mildly spiced, diced grilled chicken and a salsa filled with citrusy flavours and crispy veggies. Pair this with a classic lime margarita whose similarly vibrant, sour flavours cut through the spice in the chicken. The salted rim of the cocktail prepared using 30 ml Don Julio Blanco Tequila or any other premium tequila of choice, will lend a pop of briny flavour to this bright coupling.
Tandoori Paneer Tacos
Pair With: Smoked Pineapple Margarita
Adding a smoked touch to the classic taco recipe are small chunks of spicy, tandoori paneer. Indian kitchens are all about infusing a local element into global recipes to bring forth iconic, flavour-forward fusions. Paneer tacos with their slightly earthy flavour and pronounced masala spice reflect this nuance and go well with a smoked pineapple margarita whose subtle, charred notes match the effect of the tandoor. Prepare this drink using 30 ml Don Julio Reposado Tequila or any other premium reposado of choice for a more earthy flavour and garnish with a grilled pineapple as a dramatic finishing touch.
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Chilli Jackfruit Tacos
Pair With: Jamun Margarita
For the vegetarians among those gathered at your weekend monsoon party, chilli jackfruit tacos complete with a sweet and spicy flavour can be interesting alternatives. Use soft shelled tacos to make this appetiser so that the chewiness of the jackfruit can be complemented by the softer textures of the shell. Pair these with a bright and colourful jamun margarita infused with the fruit’s sour, slightly sweet notes complemented by the citrusy touch of about 30 ml Don Julio Blanco Tequila or any other premium tequila of choice that goes into the mix.
Spiced Egg Bhurji Tacos
Pair With: Espresso Margarita
Another interesting variation can be a spiced egg bhurji or a savoury scrambled egg taco which can work well at a brunch time or luncheon gathering hosted in the rainy weather. This Mexican take on the popular egg breakfast can be completed with a touch of aromatic coffee found in the espresso margarita. Brew some fresh coffee to add to the cocktail prepared with the addition of 30 ml Don Julio Reposado Tequila or any other premium reposado of choice.
Spicy Kheema Tacos
Pair With: Mango-Chilli Margarita
Kheema or minced meat is one of the more popular stuffings used to make tacos. Add some masalas like cumin, coriander and black pepper to lend it a more desi twist which works well with the sweet and spicy flavours of a mango-chilli margarita made using 30 ml Don Julio Blanco Tequila or any other premium tequila of choice. Amidst a trend that puts flavour first, this cocktail and drink pairing offers a vibrant mix of robust fruity, meaty, spicy and citrus tastes in a brilliant fusion of global ingredients.
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