Teresa's Recipes
Homemade Spicy Tomato Juice
This homemade Spicy Tomato Juice is a revitalizing concoction that's not just refreshing, but also packed with a flavorful punch. Made from ripe, juicy tomatoes and enhanced with a kick of Tabasco, this drink is a perfect blend of tangy and spicy. Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century, where it was widely consumed in the United States and Canada as a popular breakfast and cocktail ingredient.
Ingredients
- 2, for garnish Celery stalks
- as needed Ice cubes
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste Tabasco sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon or to taste Salt
- 2 tablespoons, fresh Lemon juice
- 8 large Ripe tomatoes
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Beverage
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 50
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 11g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 7g
Instructions
- Start by thoroughly washing the tomatoes. Once clean, cut them into quarters.
- Put the quartered tomatoes in a blender and blend until they are smoothly pureed.
- Pour the tomato puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Use a spoon to press down and extract as much juice as possible, leaving the seeds and pulp behind in the sieve.
- Add the fresh lemon juice, salt, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce to the strained tomato juice. Stir these ingredients well to combine all the flavors.
- Take your glasses and fill each with ice cubes. Pour the spicy tomato juice over the ice, filling up to the brim.
- Finally, garnish each glass with a celery stalk. Your homemade spicy tomato juice is ready to serve. Enjoy it chilled for the best experience.