Description
This Easy Avocado Shrimp Ceviche Recipe combines tender shrimp marinated in fresh lime and lemon juice with creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and zesty jalapeno for a refreshing and quick seafood appetizer that’s perfect for warm days or parties.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp and Marinade
- 10 oz. raw medium shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
For the Ceviche Mix
- 1 California avocado, diced
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- 4 green onions, diced
- 1 jalapeno, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp. coriander
For Serving
- 2 California avocados, halved and pitted
Instructions
- Boil the Shrimp: Bring 3 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add the raw shrimp and cook for 2 minutes until they are pink and opaque. Drain the shrimp and chop them into small pieces suitable for ceviche.
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine fresh lime and lemon juices. Add the chopped shrimp to this mixture and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes to allow the shrimp to marinate and absorb the citrus flavors.
- Prepare the Ceviche Mix: While the shrimp marinates, combine the diced avocado, roma tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno, cilantro, black pepper, kosher salt, garlic powder, and coriander in a separate bowl and mix well.
- Assemble the Ceviche: Drain the excess juice from the marinated shrimp and add the shrimp to the prepared tomato and avocado mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve: Spoon the prepared ceviche into the halved and pitted avocado shells for an attractive presentation. Alternatively, serve with tortilla chips as a delicious appetizer. Enjoy immediately for the best fresh flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh lime and lemon juice for the best acidity and flavor.
- Refrigerate the shrimp while marinating to keep the ceviche fresh and safe to eat.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Serve ceviche immediately after preparation for optimal freshness.
- Optionally, add a pinch of salt or hot sauce to enhance flavors according to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
