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Ceviche

Recipe Information

Description:
Ceviche is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 4 hours, 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 4 hours, 40 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 4 Hours, 30 Minutes
Total Time 4 Hours, 40 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Shrimp
Category Seafood
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Latin American; Caribbean
Diet

Ingredients

  • 12 oz shrimp, raw

  • 1 large cucumber, diced

  • 4 tomatoes, diced

  • 4 large shallots, peeled and sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed

  • ½ cup lime juice

  • 1ounce lemon juice

  • 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • Salt, to taste

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine the raw shrimp with the salt, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 4 hours.

  • In a small bowl, place the shallot slices. Cover with warm water and salt and let sit for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.

  • Add the shallots and all remaining ingredients into the shrimp mixture, mix well, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 138 cal

  • Total fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 165mg

  • Sodium: 1,806mg

  • Carbohydrate: 10g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 19g