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Serve chilled with tortilla chips on the side.

Mexican Ceviche

Mexican Ceviche is a fresh shrimp dish marinated in citrus juice and mixed with crisp vegetables and herbs. It is light, bright, and full of flavor.
This is a great make ahead dish for warm days, gatherings, or when you want something refreshing and easy to serve.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 387
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 5 large lemons juiced, or as needed
  • 2 white onions finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato seeded and chopped
  • 1 cucumber peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 bunch radishes finely diced
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 3 fresh jalapeño peppers seeded and minced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or to taste
  • Tomato and clam juice cocktail as needed
  • Tortilla chips for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Plastic wrap or lid
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients so everything is ready to go.
  2. Place the shrimp in a bowl. You can chop them into smaller pieces or leave them whole, depending on your preference. Pour the lemon juice over the shrimp, making sure they are fully covered. Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, until the shrimp turn opaque and slightly firm.
  3. Add the chopped onions, tomato, cucumber, radishes, and minced garlic to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Gradually add the minced jalapeño and chopped cilantro. Taste as you go so you can adjust the heat to your liking.
  5. Pour in the tomato and clam juice cocktail a little at a time until you reach your preferred consistency.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for another 1 hour so the flavors come together.

Notes

  • If you’re craving something fresh, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this ceviche is a great recipe to keep on hand.
  • It’s light but satisfying, simple yet impressive, and perfect for sharing.
  • Once you try it, it’s the kind of dish you’ll find yourself making again whenever you want something refreshing and full of life.