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Aguachiles Rojos

Cultural Context

Aguachiles Rojos hails from the coastal regions of Mexico, particularly Sinaloa, where fresh seafood is abundant. Traditionally enjoyed as a refreshing appetizer, it showcases the vibrant flavors of lime and chili, embodying the essence of Mexican cuisine. This dish has gained popularity beyond its origins, with variations appearing in restaurants worldwide, often featuring different seafood or additional toppings.

MexicanMXappetizer
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 habanero
1 clove garlic
50 milliliters of capital gourmet sauce
a splash of Worcestershire sauce
a bit of salt
juice of 10 limes
fresh shrimp
1/2 kilo cooked shrimp
1 small cucumber
cilantro

shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: surimi

Scallops offer a similar texture, while surimi is more budget-friendly.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, and vinegar is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a cost-effective substitute.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Jalapeños provide a fresh flavor, and cayenne is a more affordable spice.

1

Chop 1 habanero and 1 clove of garlic finely.

2

Add 50 milliliters of capital gourmet sauce, a splash of Worcestershire sauce, and a bit of salt to the chopped ingredients.

3

Mix everything well until it forms a paste.

4

Add the juice of 10 limes to the mixture and incorporate it well.

5

Prepare the shrimp by butterflying and cleaning them.

6

Let the shrimp marinate for the desired doneness, about 1 minute.

7

Add finely chopped cilantro and a touch of pepper to the shrimp mixture and let it marinate for another 30 seconds.

8

Incorporate 1/2 kilo of cooked shrimp into the mixture, ensuring all flavors are well combined.

9

Slice 1 small cucumber and add it to the mixture.

10

Pour in a bit of shrimp broth from cooking the shrimp and mix it in.

11

Add avocado slices around the edge of the serving dish.

12

Top with cilantro in the center of the dish.

13

Serve with a drizzle of sauce over the avocado.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingblendingmixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Aguachile RojoAguachiles
Local Name: Aguachiles Rojos

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