Tequila Mundo May 18 at Russell Industrial Center

Tequila Mundo is an even that celebrates all things tequila, while benefiting the Detroit Art Initiative. 

Tequila Mundo is Saturday, May 18 at the Russell Industrial Center. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. but VIP tickets are also available. 

Matt Flynn joined us on The Nine to tell us more about the event, along with Executive Chef Antonio Reyna from Peso Bar to tell us more about the food. You can hear from them in the video player above, and get their recipe below. 

For more information on the event or to get tickets, visit www.tequilamundo.com.

AL PASTOR JACKFRUIT W/CABRESTO TEQUILA

2 lbs Jackfruit
2 Guajilo peppers, 
1 Padilla Pepper, 
2 Chipotle,
1 Tablespoon Adobe Sauce
1 cup Pineapple, puréed
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 ozCabresto Tequila, Anejo
2 Tablespoons Achotie paste
4 garlic cloves
Dash of salt & pepper. 

Combine Jackfruit, guajillo pepper, pasello pepper, chipotle pepper, Adobe sauce, garlic cloves, pineapple (puréed) & achtotie paste in pan
Cook on low for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally  
Then take out guajillo, Pasillo & garlic cloves & blend in blender until smooth, then add back to pan  
Add vinegar & Cabresto Tequila to pan & let simmer for 15 minutes
After 15 minutes, take Jackfruit out & shred  
Serve with warm tortillas & your favorite Cabresto Tequila Cocktail