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Alvarado Ceviche De Camarones Recipe

Dive into a taste of authentic Mexico with this refreshing Alvarado Shrimp Ceviche! This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp marinated in zesty lime and lemon juice, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables. Easily customizable to your spice preference, it's perfect as a light appetizer, a refreshing side for your Cinco de Mayo fiesta (pair it with our Mexican fruit salad and fish tacos!), or a satisfying vegetarian meal using faux crab meat. Inherited from my late mother-in-law and perfected for the whole family, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 178.2 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Alvarado Ceviche De Camarones

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How to Make Alvarado Ceviche De Camarones

  1. Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion, 1 cup cucumber, and 1 cup tomatoes.
  2. Thoroughly rinse 1 pound of shrimp and pat them dry.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with 1/2 cup fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Gently fold in 1/2 pound of cooked scallops (optional), 1/2 cup cooked crab meat (or faux crab for vegetarian option), 1 ripe avocado (diced), and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro.
  5. Season generously with salt to taste. Add your desired amount of hot sauce (start with 1 tablespoon and adjust to your preference).
  6. For extra heat, add 1-3 finely diced jalapeños (optional).
  7. Serve immediately with tostadas or tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

5g

Carbs

3g

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Lactose 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Appetizers Side Dishes Seafood Mexican Easy Holiday Event Spring Summer Dips Shrimp Crab Dietary Spicy Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Egg Free Scallops Free Of Something Low In Something Shellfish Taste Mood