Backyard Cocinero Episode 3
This isn’t your average Paloma, and this certainly isn’t your average fajita. Watch as Mando Rayo and community activist Celso Baez III chat about the unique role food plays in Hispanic communities in Texas and beyond.
Hanging out with friends? Hosting a party? Relaxing at home? However you’re celebrating Cinco this year, there’s a Camarena Margarita perfect for the occasion.
Check out three delicious expressions for Cinco and beyond!
WHEN YOU’RE FEELING ADVENTUROUS: SPICY MANGROVE MARGARITA
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz. Camarena Silver
1 oz. Lime juice
1 oz. Orange juice
.5 oz. Agave nectar
Bar spoon of mango puree
RIM: Kosher salt and chili powder
INSTRUCTIONS
Add ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake together to combine/chill. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass rimmed with kosher salt and chili powder.
When you’re HOSTING: Spicy Pineapple Margarita
INGREDIENTS
2 oz. Camarena Reposado
.75 oz. Fresh lime juice
.75 oz. Re’al Pineapple Syrup
1-2 Jalapeño slices
RIM: Tajín®
GARNISH: Pineapple fronds and lime wedge
INSTRUCTIONS
Add ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake together to combine/chill. Strain into an ice-filled glass rimmed with Tajín® and garnish.
When you want the original: Classic Camarena Margarita
INGREDIENTS
2 oz. Camarena Silver
.5 oz. Triple Sec
.75 oz. Simple syrup or agave nectar
.75 oz. Lime juice
RIM (OPTIONAL): Kosher salt or Tajín®
GARNISH: Lime wheel
INSTRUCTIONS
Add ingredients into a shaker filled with ice, and shake vigorously. Strain into an ice-filled glass (rimmed with kosher salt or Tajín® if desired), and garnish with a lime wheel.
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Backyard Cocinero Episode 2
DJ Chorizo Funk, 2023 Austin Music Awards Winner, stops by to add a little rhythm to the party as Mando cooks up sumptuous ribeye tacos with the always eye-catching Camarena Camangonada.
Backyard Cocinero Episode 1
Join Mando Rayo and James Beard Award Nominee Mariela Camacho as they apply a modern twist to a few classics — while discussing comadres, cookouts and the best kind of tortillas!