Pasta with Tequila-Tomato-Lime Sauce

A bold and zesty pasta dish featuring a creamy tomato sauce deglazed with a splash of tequila and brightened with lime juice. The subtle agave notes of the tequila enhance the sweetness of the tomatoes for a truly unique flavor. This "adult" pasta is best served with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a pinch of chili flakes.

Prep 9 minCook 26 minTotal 35 minUpdated Jul 3, 202635 minLow CarbVegetarianGluten Free

A bold and zesty pasta dish featuring a creamy tomato sauce deglazed with a splash of tequila and brightened with lime juice. The subtle agave notes of the tequila enhance the sweetness of the tomatoes for a truly unique flavor. This "adult" pasta is best served with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a pinch of chili flakes.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 40 g Onion, chopped
  • 1 piece(s) Garlic, sliced
  • 1/4 tsp Jalapeno Pepper, chopped pickled
  • 1 medium Tomato, diced undrained
  • 1/4 cup Tequila
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 4 cubes Clam Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper, crushed
  • 0.13 cup Elbow Macaroni
  • 2.1 cups Lime, juiced

Instructions

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

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