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Baby Clam Ceviche

Cultural Context

Ceviche is a beloved dish throughout Central America, particularly in Nicaragua, where fresh seafood is abundant. Baby clam ceviche showcases the region's coastal flavors, combining the briny taste of clams with zesty lime and fresh herbs. Traditionally served as an appetizer, it's a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations, reflecting the vibrant culinary culture of Nicaragua. Today, ceviche has gained global popularity, with variations found in many coastal cuisines around the world.

NicaraguanNIappetizer
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 cans baby clams
3 bell peppers
10 tomatoes
1.5 serrano peppers
1 red onion
1 white onion
lime
garlic
avocado
cilantro
salt
mayonnaise
Cholula hot sauce

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green chili

Bell pepper adds crunch and is milder in heat.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onion offers a fresh taste and is less pungent.

1

Open 8 cans of baby clams and dump the water out.

2

Chop 3 bell peppers, 10 tomatoes, 1 red onion, 1 white onion, and some garlic.

3

Add all chopped ingredients to a mixing bowl with the baby clams.

4

Squeeze a lot of lime juice into the bowl.

5

Add salt to taste and mix everything together.

6

Add 1.5 serrano peppers for spice, adjusting to taste.

7

Add avocado at the end to prevent it from mashing too much.

8

Incorporate a small amount of mayonnaise for extra flavor.

9

Serve on tostadas or as ceviche with additional Cholula hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingmarinating

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Ceviche de AlmejasCeviche de Conchas

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