Description
Aguachile Recipe (Mexican Shrimp Ceviche) is a vibrant and zesty dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. This delightful ceviche features fresh shrimp marinated in lime juice, combined with fiery chilies, and enhanced by aromatic herbs. Perfect as an appetizer for gatherings or a refreshing meal at home, this aguachile delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking both taste and nutrition. Serve it chilled with crunchy vegetables to elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, sliced in half lengthwise)
- 1 cup lime juice (about 3–4 large limes)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 3/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 large jalapeno pepper (chopped)
- 1 serrano pepper (chopped)
- 1 medium cucumber (peeled, deseeded, sliced into crescents)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinade shrimp in lime juice and salt for 15-20 minutes until opaque.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together reserved lime juice, white vinegar, water, chopped garlic, cilantro, jalapeno, serrano pepper, and salt.
- Add marinated shrimp and sliced red onion to the marinade mixture; toss gently.
- Incorporate cucumber crescents into the mix; toss again.
- Serve chilled, garnished with additional cilantro and chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of jalapeno and serrano peppers. Serve in chilled bowls or with tortilla chips for added crunch.