How to Make Easy Shrimp Ceviche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp ceviche is a classic and delicious dish that originates from Latin America, particularly from Mexico and Peru. This light and refreshing appetizer is perfect for serving at summer gatherings, as it's both flavorful and easy to prepare. The dish is made by marinating raw shrimp in a mixture of citrus juices, typically lime and lemon, which "cooks" the shrimp without heat. The acidity of the citrus juices tenderizes the shrimp and infuses it with zesty flavors, making it a perfect dish f...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • ½ medium red onion, diced
  • 2 serrano peppers, seeded and deveined
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 6 medium limes, divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 small avocado, diced (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, serrano peppers, and cilantro in a bowl. Add 1 teaspoon salt and squeeze 1 lime. Gently mix and set aside.
  • Squeeze the remaining limes into another bowl. Add remaining salt and pepper.
  • Bring a 1- to 2-quart pot of water to a boil. Place shrimp into the boiling water for 45 seconds. Quickly remove from the water using a strainer.
  • Chop the partially cooked shrimp into small pieces and add to the bowl with the seasoned lime mixture. Let sit for 20 minutes. Combine with the cucumber mixture and top with avocados.
  • Nutrition

    163 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 86mg
    • Sodium: 981mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 43mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 584mg