Spicy Tomato Lime Drink

Ingredients

• 500 ml Tomato Juice (freshly pressed or store‑bought, no added salt)
• 30 ml Tabasco Sauce (about 2 tbsp, adjust to heat preference)
• 1 piece Lime (cut into 3 wedges and juiced)
• 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (helps balance acidity)
• 1 pinch Salt (enhances flavor)
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (generously ground, fresh if possible)

Instructions

1. Prepare Lime

   Wash the lime, cut it into three wedges on the cutting board using the knife.

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2. Juice Lime

   Squeeze the three lime wedges over the mixing pitcher, extracting as much juice as possible. Use a lime squeezer or press with a fork.

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3. Add Sugar, Salt and Pepper

   Add 1 tsp granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper to the pitcher.

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4. Pour Tomato Juice

   Measure 500 ml fresh tomato juice and pour it into the pitcher.

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5. Add Tabasco

   Add 30 ml (about 2 tbsp) Tabasco sauce. Because the creator loves a lot of heat, feel free to increase up to 45 ml for extra spice.

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6. Mix Thoroughly

   Using the wooden spoon, stir the mixture vigorously for about 30 seconds until everything is well combined and the sugar is fully dissolved.

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7. Taste and Adjust

   Taste the drink. If it’s too acidic, add a tiny pinch more sugar; if too spicy, add a splash more tomato juice.

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8. Serve

   Pour the spicy tomato lime drink into glasses over ice if desired, and enjoy immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

38

Protein

1 g

Carbohydrates

7 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

1 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Tomato Juice: V8 vegetable juice, Canned tomato juice (unsalted)
• Instead of Tabasco Sauce: Sriracha, Chili garlic sauce
• Instead of Lime: Lemon juice, Citric acid (1 tsp) diluted in water
• Instead of Granulated Sugar: Honey, Agave syrup
• Instead of Salt: Sea salt, Kosher salt
• Instead of Black Pepper: White pepper, Cayenne pepper (use less)

Equipment Needed

• Mixing Pitcher or Large Glass
• Wooden Spoon or Stirring Stick
• Knife
• Cutting Board
• Lime Squeezer (optional) (optional)
• Measuring Spoons (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Adding Tabasco – too much can overwhelm the drink; add gradually.
• Mixing – ensure sugar and pepper are fully dissolved for even flavor.

Chef Tips from the Video

• Use freshly squeezed lime for the brightest flavor.
• For a smoky twist, add a dash of smoked paprika with the pepper.
• Serve over crushed ice for an extra refreshing experience.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store any leftover drink in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Stir before serving.

Freezer: Not recommended; texture changes.

Room temperature: Can sit at room temperature for up to 1 hour, but keep chilled for best taste.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare the tomato‑lime base (without Tabasco) up to step 4 and refrigerate. Add hot sauce and mix just before serving.