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Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche

Cultural Context

Ceviche has roots in Latin America, particularly in Peru, where fresh seafood is marinated in citrus juices. This shrimp and avocado variation highlights the creamy texture of avocado, balancing the acidity of lime. It's a popular dish at gatherings, celebrated for its refreshing qualities and vibrant flavors. Today, ceviche has gained global popularity, with numerous adaptations featuring different seafood and ingredients.

MexicanUSappetizer
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound shrimp (3140 size)
1 and 1/4 cups lime juice (about 15 limes)
jalapeño garlic seasoning
salt
black pepper
1 English cucumber
1 Roma tomato
1 avocado
red onion
cilantro
ground cumin
garlic salt
kosher salt

avocado

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

1

Cut shrimp into about three even pieces for uniform cooking.

2

Place shrimp in a flat bottom pan to ensure even coverage with lime juice.

3

Squeeze about 1 and 1/4 cups of lime juice into the pan, ensuring shrimp are fully covered.

4

Add jalapeño garlic seasoning (about 15-20 shakes), salt, and black pepper to taste.

5

Use plastic wrap to push down the shrimp and keep them submerged in lime juice.

6

Refrigerate for about 1.5 hours to let the shrimp 'cook' in the lime juice, checking at one hour for doneness.

7

Peel and quarter the English cucumber, removing seeds with a grapefruit spoon, then chop into desired size.

8

Cut the Roma tomato, removing seeds and chopping into desired size.

9

Dice the avocado after removing the pit and skin.

10

Chop red onion and cilantro finely.

11

Drain lime juice from shrimp once fully cooked, adding ground cumin (about 10 dashes) before mixing with vegetables.

12

Combine shrimp with chopped vegetables and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

dicingblanchingmarinating

Equipment Needed

flat bottom pangrapefruit spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Ceviche de Camarón

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