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Mexican Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado

Cultural Context

Ceviche is a traditional dish in coastal regions of Mexico, where fresh seafood is abundant. It is often enjoyed as a refreshing appetizer, especially in hot weather. The dish showcases the vibrant flavors of lime and fresh vegetables, making it a staple at gatherings and celebrations. Today, ceviche has gained popularity worldwide, with many variations incorporating different types of seafood and ingredients.

MexicanMXappetizer
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 pounds medium sized shrimp
10 to 12 limes
5 roma tomatoes
1/4 white onion
1/2 purple onion
1 chili serrano
1 habanero
2 cucumbers
small bunch of cilantro
1/2 pound imitation crab
garlic salt
black pepper
regular salt
1 lemon
Tostitos
hot sauce (Valentina)
avocado

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is a more affordable protein option.

1

Peel, devein, and clean 2 pounds of medium sized shrimp.

2

Cover the shrimp with juice from 10 to 12 limes to marinate.

3

If uncomfortable eating raw shrimp, boil them until they turn salmon color.

4

Cover the shrimp with foil and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

5

Mix the shrimp at the 15-minute mark to ensure even coating with lime juice.

6

Chop 4 to 5 roma tomatoes and transfer to a bowl.

7

Chop 1/4 of a white onion into small pieces and add to the bowl with tomatoes.

8

Slice 1/2 of a purple onion into small strips and add to the bowl.

9

Chop 1 chili serrano and 1 habanero into small circles and add to the bowl.

10

Peel and chop 2 cucumbers into small cubes and add to the bowl.

11

Chop a small bunch of cilantro and add to the bowl.

12

Shred 1/2 pound of imitation crab and place it on top of the vegetables.

13

Drain lime juice from the shrimp and add shrimp to the bowl with vegetables.

14

Season the ceviche with garlic salt, black pepper, and regular salt to taste.

15

Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon and 1 lime into the mixture and mix everything together.

16

Refrigerate the ceviche for 20 minutes before serving.

17

Serve the ceviche on top of Tostitos and add hot sauce and avocado as desired.

Cooking Techniques

dicingmixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardserving dishfoil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Ceviche de CamarónCeviche Mexicano
Local Name: Ceviche de camarón con aguacate

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