Description
Aguachile Recipe (Mexican Shrimp Ceviche) is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Sinaloan coastal cuisine. This tantalizing ceviche features succulent shrimp marinated in zesty lime juice, spicy chilies, and fragrant herbs, creating an explosion of flavor that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light appetizer. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, this dish not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. Serve it chilled alongside crispy tortilla chips or on tostadas for a delightful experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup lime juice (about 3–4 large limes)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 large jalapeno pepper (chopped)
- 1 serrano pepper (chopped)
- 3/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp in lime juice and salt for 15-20 minutes until opaque.
- In a separate bowl, mix reserved lime juice, vinegar, garlic, jalapeno, serrano pepper, and soy sauce until combined.
- Drain shrimp from marinade and add to the sauce along with sliced red onion and cilantro; toss gently.
- Incorporate cucumber slices and additional peppers; season with salt to taste.
- Chill for 10 minutes before serving with tortilla chips or on its own.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg