Spicy sips and snacks are so fun for summertime weather! Appetizers served outdoors somehow taste even better in my opinion. Now that spring is officially here, we have a long stretch of lovely seasons to pile some delicious appetizers on platters for casual entertaining…indoors or out! AND Cinco de Mayo is not that far away either…making these delicious recipes perfect for your next fiesta too! If you like a little spice in your food and drink, you’ll be in for a mouth-tingling treat! Today I’d love to share a few wonderful options for spicing up the snack platter and the bar cart. And I’ll be sharing two easy recipes that will be a flavorful hit! We sampled them over the holiday weekend and they got an A+! I’m really excited to partner with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you this inspiration…so let’s get spicy and serve up some tasty fun!
sips & snacks on the spicy side!
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bold & fresh flavors are perfect for spring and summer. and you can use the pretty produce to decorate your tray too!
a pretty platter makes simple nibbles look so inviting. add a couple cocktails and you’ve got a winning combo for the grownup crowd!
spicy sips…
i don’t often make fancy cocktails…but these jalapeno mango margaritas are definitely worth the extra effort!
chili limon popcorn seasoning adds flavorful deliciousness to the rim along with a skewer of charred jalapeno and mango!
and if you’re a novice bartender like me…i suggest getting some quality tequila. it’s definitely worth it!
spicy snacks…
mini tostadas made with guac and chipotle chicken are delicious AND pretty too!
phyllo shells make this appetizer look like you slaved in the kitchen!
they pair deliciously with the cocktails too! a really wonderful compliment!
you know what else is a fun party appetizer? popcorn!
i can’t think of a better flavor for this tray than chipotle white cheddar…
serving the corn in individual bowls allows guests to easily grab and go…
along with the simple bouquet, i scattered some corn and fruit on my tray. an easy way to add texture, color and make your platter look casually inviting!
bold flavors for beverages and bites…
for summer sipping & snacking!
grab the margarita recipe~
- 4 ounces Blanco Tequila
- 2 ounces Cointreau
- 2-4 ounces fresh lime juice
- 8 ounces mango juice
- 1 fresh large mango, diced
- 2-3 small jalapenos to taste
- chili lime seasoning such as Kernel Seasons chili limon popcorn seasoning
- small limes for garnish
- Char the jalapenos over a flame until blackened. Reserve one for garnish and slice the other(s) removing the stem.
- Rim two cocktail glasses with a lime and dip in the chili seasoning. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the charred jalapeno and a few chunks of mango. Use a muddle or wooden spoon to press flavor from the jalapeno and mango.
- Add in tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and mango juice and shake until well chilled. Pour into glasses with crushed ice or cubes.
- Garnish with a skewer of mango and charred jalapeno sprinkled with seasoning if desired. Can add a lime slice to the edge of the glass.
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grab the chipotle chicken recipe~
- 28 phyllo shells
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken shredded
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoon fresh chopped clilantro
- salt to taste
- lime zest and fresh cilantro for garnish optional
- Crisp the phyllo shells in the oven according to the package directions and set aside until ready to serve.
- In a sauce pan add the chicken, chipotles, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and chili powder and simmer over medium-low heat for about 8-10 minutes or until heated through and sauce is syrupy.
- In another bowl, mash the avocado, yogurt and lime juice together. Then add the chopped cilantro and salt to taste. (can use purchased guacamole if desired)
- Fill each phyllo shell with a dollop of avocado mixture and top with chicken. Garnish with a cilantro leaf and lime zest if desired.
featured products~
Grand Rapids Popcorn: chipotle white cheddar popcorn, chipotle white cheddar popcorn