Description
Zesty Mexican shrimp ceviche brings coastal freshness to your table with tangy lime-marinated seafood and crisp vegetables. Packed with bold flavors and simple ingredients, this refreshing dish promises a quick, delightful escape to seaside culinary bliss you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 pound (454 grams) peeled and deveined raw medium shrimp, thawed if frozen
Produce:
- 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (about 3 tablespoons)
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 1 medium avocado
Citrus and Seasoning:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Optional Serving:
- Tostadas or tortilla chips
Instructions
- Gently poach raw shrimp in salted boiling water, removing from heat immediately after turning opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Allow shrimp to cool completely, then meticulously dice into uniform half-inch pieces.
- Transfer shrimp to a spacious mixing vessel, creating a foundation for the ceviche.
- Squeeze fresh citrus juices directly over the shrimp, incorporating both lemon and lime for vibrant acidity.
- Incorporate finely diced tomatoes, providing a juicy and textural component to the mixture.
- Add minced red onion for a sharp, crisp flavor profile and aromatic dimension.
- Introduce finely chopped jalapeño to infuse a subtle, controlled heat into the preparation.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro, enhancing the dish with its bright, herbaceous notes.
- Season with kosher salt to elevate and balance the overall flavor spectrum.
- Thoroughly blend all ingredients, ensuring even distribution of components.
- Seal and refrigerate the mixture, allowing flavors to meld and develop for 1-4 hours.
- Moments before serving, gently fold in freshly cubed avocado for creamy richness.
- Present the ceviche accompanied by crisp tostadas or tortilla chips for textural contrast.
Notes
- Poach shrimp gently in salted water to ensure tender, perfectly cooked seafood without rubbery texture.
- Citrus juices like lemon and lime not only add bright flavor but also “cook” the shrimp through acid marinade.
- Refrigerate ceviche mixture for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld and develop a complex, zesty profile.
- Add creamy avocado just before serving to prevent browning and maintain fresh, vibrant appearance.
- Customize heat level by adjusting jalapeño quantity or removing seeds for milder version.
- Enjoy within 4 hours for optimal freshness and texture of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg