15 mintime
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4Servings
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Quick & Easy Shrimp Ceviche
70% authentic · Mexican-inspired
A simplified and faster version using shrimp, which 'cooks' more quickly in lime juice. Perfect for a speedy appetizer or light meal.
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Ingredients
- Cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped1 lb
- Fresh lime juice3/4 cup
- Red onion, finely diced1/4 cup
- Tomato, seeded and diced1/2 cup
- Jalapeño, seeded and minced1/2 - 1
- Fresh cilantro, chopped1/4 cup
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Avocado, diced (optional garnish)1/2
Steps
- 1
In a bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, diced tomato, finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- 2
Pour the fresh lime juice over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Since the shrimp is already cooked, it only needs to marinate briefly to meld flavors.
- 4
Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes in the refrigerator to chill and allow flavors to meld.
- 5
Serve chilled, optionally garnished with diced avocado.
