Classic Michelada Recipe
A bold, perfectly spiced Michelada recipe that’s tangy, refreshing, and ice-cold—just the way Uncle Frank makes it. Perfect for BBQs, tacos, and hot summer days!
Ingredients
- 1 cold Mexican beer Modelo, Pacifico, or your favorite
- ½ cup tomato juice or Clamato
- 1 lime, juiced plus extra wedges for garnish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce Frank’s, Valentina, or your choice
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce Uncle Frank’s secret ingredient!
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon celery salt
- Tajín or chili salt for the rim
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Run a fresh lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass to moisten it. Dip the rim into a plate of Tajín or chili salt, rotating gently to coat evenly. Set aside.
- In the prepared glass, pour ½ cup of tomato juice or Clamato. Squeeze in the juice of one fresh lime.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and soy sauce. Sprinkle in black pepper, smoked paprika (or chili powder), and celery salt. Stir well to combine.
- Fill the glass halfway with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- Slowly pour in your cold Mexican beer, letting it mix naturally with the tomato blend.
- Gently stir the Michelada to combine flavors without flattening the beer.
- Garnish with a lime wedge. Optional: Add jalapeño slices or a shrimp skewer for extra flair. Enjoy cold!
Notes
For a spicier Michelada, add extra hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne. To make it a 'Weekend Warrior,' add a splash of tequila. Always use a light Mexican beer for the best flavor!
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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