Mango Margaritas

Summer is here and we will be spending a lot of time out enjoying the nice weather. Pool time, BBQ time or just seating in the backyard reaging a book. Great ways to cool off and enjoy a delicious mango margarita. You can make it spicy if you want, or just enjoy the combination of the sweet mangoes with the tequila. We like them frozen and this is the easiest and most deliciuous recipe you can find. Less than 15 mintues to actually make them, although it does requiere a few hours of freezing time. 

Ingredients

• 4-5 Mangoes or 20 oz Frozen Mango (Cubed)
  
• 2 ounces Lime Juice
  
• 3 ounces Tequila
  
• 2 ounces Cointreau
  
• 2-3 handfuls Ice Cubes
  
• Sea Salt or Chili Powder for the glass rims (Optional)

Preparation

1. Cut the mango into cubes and freeze it for 3 hours, or skip this step if you already have frozen mango. Tip: Line a tray with parchment paper and place the mango cubes separated. Freeze for 2-4 hours. If you freeze the mango cubes separately, no big pieces will form, and it will be easier to blend. 
   
2. Place the ice, frozen mango, lime juice, tequila, and Cointreau in a blender and blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick to blend, let it sit and melt for a few minutes, or serve with straws. Tip: If desired, use a lime wedge to moisten the rims of the glasses and then dip the rims in a plate of salt or chili powder.
   
3. Pour the mango mixture into the glasses and garnish with a lime slice and mint leaves. Enjoy!

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