Tequila Chillies

Chillies soaked in tequila to remove heat, then stuffed with zesty white chocolate ganache and dipped in tempered chocolate.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 280 kcals 2240.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 27.3 grams 218.4 grams
Fat 17.4 grams 139.1 grams
Protein 2.9 grams 22.8 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
8 chillies
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
50
g
White Chocolate
chopped, for ganache
300
g
White Chocolate
chopped, for tempering
Dairy
25
g
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lime
zest and squeeze of juice
Liquids
45
ml
Silver Tequila
split into 2 tbsp and 1 tbsp
NutsSeeds
Vegetables
8
piece
Green Chillies
mild or spicy, deseeded

Steps

  • Cut a lengthwise slit in each chilli and remove all seeds.
  • Place chillies in a container with 30ml tequila and soak for 48 hours.
  • Melt cream and 50g white chocolate together in a bowl over 5cm of simmering water.
  • Whisk in 15ml tequila, lime zest, lime juice, and butter until smooth, then chill overnight.
  • Stuff each chilli with half a teaspoon of ganache and refrigerate.
  • Temper 300g white chocolate by heating to 42°C and then cooling to 27°C.
  • Dip chillies in tempered chocolate, sprinkle with salt, and set in the fridge on parchment paper.