RECIPES: Texas Star Margarita and Salsa Crudo

HOUSTON – National Margarita Day is upon us and chef Ford Fry is sharing a twist on the classic recipe to get your weekend started early!   

"This is hands down my favorite version of a margarita... this is how I do it at home, you could use this thing [shaker] but you get stuck in your kitchen shaking so this [blender] shakes it for you," said Fry.

Check out his recipes below:

Texas Star Margarita

• 1 1/2 oz. Gran Centenario Rosangel Tequila
• 1/2 oz, St. Germain
• 1 oz. Fresh Grapefruit Juice
• 1/2 oz. Fresh Lime Juice
• 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
• Method: Build in a mixing glass, shake briefly. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
• Garnish: Lime wedge.

Salsa Crudo

• 12 - 15 Tomatillo (Fresh, de-husked and cut in 1/2)
• 4 - 5 Serrano Chiles (Stems removed)
• 1 Ripe Medium Avocado (Peeled and pit discarded)
• 2 Tbsp Yellow Onion (Rough chopped)
• 1 Bunch of Cilantro (Tops only, discard stems)
• 1 Clove Garlic (Fresh & Peeled)
• Kosher Salt to Taste
• Method: Place everything in a blender and blend until smooth. Season with Kosher Salt.