Description
This Homemade Peruvian Shrimp Ceviche is a vibrant and refreshing seafood dish that perfectly balances tangy lime and orange juices with fresh vegetables and a subtle kick of jalapeño. It’s a quick and healthy appetizer or light meal, marinated to bring out bold flavors and served chilled with crunchy tortilla chips and creamy avocado.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 pound Shrimp (fresh raw or cooked frozen shrimp for convenience)
- 1/2 cup Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup Orange Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 medium Red Onion (diced, can substitute with green onions for milder flavor)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (diced)
- 1 medium Cucumber (diced, jicama can be a substitute)
- 1 medium Jalapeño (finely chopped, adjust to spice preference)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (freshly chopped, can use parsley as alternative)
To Serve
- 1 medium Avocado (diced, added just before serving to prevent browning)
- 2 cups Tortilla Chips (gluten-free if desired)
Instructions
- Boil the Shrimp: Bring a pot of salted water to a vigorous boil. Carefully add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Drain and allow shrimp to cool completely.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled shrimp along with diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, finely chopped red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Add Citrus Juices: Drizzle the lime juice and orange juice over the shrimp and vegetable mixture to provide acidity and sweetness.
- Season and Toss: Sprinkle salt over the mixture and gently toss everything together to ensure even coating.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 45 minutes to 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the shrimp to marinate properly.
- Serve: Just before serving, garnish the ceviche with freshly diced avocado and serve chilled with crispy tortilla chips on the side.
Notes
- Use fresh lime and orange juice for the best flavor—bottled juices may alter the taste.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity depending on your preferred spice level.
- To keep avocado from browning, add it immediately before serving.
- Substitute jicama for cucumber for a crisp, slightly sweeter texture.
- For a milder onion flavor, replace the red onion with green onions.
- Gluten-free tortilla chips can be used to make this dish gluten-free friendly.
