Description
Shrimp Ceviche is a refreshing and flavorful seafood dish originating from Latin America. This recipe features succulent shrimp marinated in zesty lime juice, combined with fresh vegetables and herbs for a light and delicious appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
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Shrimp Ceviche:
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 6–8 limes)
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely minced (seeded for less heat)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving:
- Tortilla chips or tostadas for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: Place the chopped raw shrimp in a glass or non-reactive bowl and pour the lime juice over it. Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes until the shrimp turns opaque.
- Prepare the Ceviche: Drain off most of the lime juice from the shrimp. Add tomato, red onion, jalapeño, avocado, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy the ceviche cold with tortilla chips or tostadas.
Notes
- Use only very fresh shrimp for ceviche.
- If preferred, blanch the shrimp briefly before marinating.
- Add cucumber or mango for a refreshing twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (marinating time only)
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
