Description
This Shrimp Ceviche is a zesty and refreshing seafood dish featuring cooked shrimp marinated in fresh lime juice and tossed with crisp tomatoes, red onion, jalapenos, cilantro, and green onions. Perfect as a light appetizer or party snack, it's served chilled and pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips for a burst of vibrant flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 12 ounces cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail removed
Marinade
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
Vegetables & Herbs
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 green onions, diced
Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Chop the cooked shrimp into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium bowl to ensure even marination.
- Marinate shrimp with lime juice: Pour the fresh lime juice over the chopped shrimp and toss gently to coat. Let the shrimp rest in the lime juice for 10 minutes to infuse flavor and texture.
- Add vegetables and seasoning: Add the diced Roma tomatoes, red onion, jalapenos, chopped cilantro, green onions, and kosher salt to the bowl with shrimp. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
- Chill the ceviche: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully before serving.
- Serve: Serve the chilled shrimp ceviche with tortilla chips as a fresh and tangy appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Use cooked shrimp to ensure food safety and quicker preparation.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers based on your preferred level of spiciness.
- The lime juice 'cooks' the shrimp by denaturing proteins, so fresh lime juice is essential.
- For added zest, you can include a pinch of black pepper or a splash of orange juice.
- Serve immediately after chilling to enjoy the freshest taste and texture.