Aguachile Recipe Video

fresh shrimp

🥗Healthier: fish

💰Cheaper: surimi

Fish provides similar flavors while being lower in calories.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

serrano peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: green bell peppers

Jalapeños are milder and easier to find.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a fresh taste, while spinach adds nutrition.

In a bowl, combine the raw shrimp, juice of 1-2 limes, and a generous pinch of salt. Let it marinate for a few minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix together the white vinegar and enough water to cover the shrimp.

Add the thinly sliced red onion to the shrimp mixture.

Prepare the Aguachile marinade by blending fresh lime juice, garlic, cilantro, jalapeños, serrano chili (if using), and salt until smooth.

Pour the Aguachile marinade over the shrimp mixture and stir to combine.

Let the dish chill for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve garnished with sliced cucumber, avocado, radish, a drizzle of olive oil, cilantro leaves, and tortilla chips or mini tostadas.

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