Smoky Beef Jerky Margarita Salt
Turn leftover beef jerky into a bold margarita rim in minutes. Pulse jerky with coarse salt and chile-lime seasoning, then rim your glass for a smoky, savory twist. Perfect for backyard happy hour or a Tex-Mex cocktail night.
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Servings: About 1 Cup Margarita Salt
Ingredients: 3
Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1
Pulse Beef Jerky in a food processor until finely ground. Add coarse salt and Mexican chile lime seasoning then blend until ingredients are well combined.
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Step 2
Spread salt mixture on a small plate.
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Step 3
Run a lime wedge around the rims of margarita glasses. Dip the rims of the glasses in the salt to lightly coat. Fill glasses with ice. Strain margarita mixture into ice filled glasses.
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Step 4
Garnish with lime wedges and serve.
The Essential Ingredients
Beef Jerky: A lean beef product that is seasoned and dried to create a flavorful, shelf-stable snack. Varieties range from sweet and smoky to spicy, depending on the seasoning blend.
Kosher Salt: Known for its coarse, flaky texture, which makes it easy to sprinkle. It’s named for its traditional use in Jewish meat preparation. It has a clean, pure taste and is typically free of additives like iodine.
Limes: Small green citrus fruits known for their bright flavor. They add acidity to dishes and are commonly used to enhance marinades, dressings, and a wide variety of dishes.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips.
For more information on safe food handling and beef safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What's a common mistake when making flavored rim salt?
Using large pieces of Beef Jerky is a common mistake. Processing the jerky until finely ground ensures it blends evenly with the salt and creates a consistent coating around the glass rim.
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What drinks pair well with beef jerky rim salt?
This savory seasoning blend complements classic margaritas, spicy margaritas, micheladas, bloody mary, ranch water, and other citrus-based cocktails. It can also be used to season snack mixes and grilled meats.
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Why use coarse salt instead of table salt for cocktail rims?
Coarse salt provides better texture and adheres more effectively to the rim of the glass. Its larger crystals create a more balanced salty flavor and enhance the presentation of the finished drink.
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