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Delightful Mom Food / Diets / Gluten Free / Shrimp Ceviche Recipe

Last Updated January 19, 2021. Published July 8, 2020 Danielle Fahrenkrug | This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

Shrimp Ceviche Recipe

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This mouthwatering seafood dish tastes like it is freshly made straight from a beachside restaurant and ready in less than 20 minutes! It's a zesty shrimp ceviche recipe simple enough for any cook and is bursting with citrus flavors!

shrimp ceviche served in a bowl with chips

This is a fantastic summer seafood salad that is so refreshing it makes you feel clean and lean from the inside out!

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

  • easy for every home cook – whether you are a beginner cook or well advance, anyone can make this easy shrimp ceviche recipe and I show you step-by-step instructions how.
  • high protein, low fat, and great source of vegetables and healthy fat – this shrimp ceviche is made of gluten-free, keto and paleo-friendly ingredients.
  • great for parties and gatherings – we love to celebrate family get togethers with ceviche as an appetizer, or serve this for dinner anytime we want a healthy quick meal!
  • kid-friendly! – this shrimp ceviche is fun for the whole family and you can get the kids involved by chopping up ingredients

WHAT GOES INTO THIS RECIPE

  • shrimp – use frozen that is devained with tails and shells removed for convenience and let it thaw before use. I didn't for this round and it was time consuming to remove the shells and veins.
  • Vegetables: cucumber, tomatoes, onion (red or white), avocado, cilantro, garlic
  • Seasoning and zesty citrus flavors: lime juice, orange juice, salt and black pepper

HOW TO COOK SHRIMP FOR CEVICHE

There are two ways to cook seafood for ceviche. You can either boil the prepared shrimp for either 2-3 minutes until it turns pink (do not over boil- remove from the the water as soon as it gets pink). Or place the prepared shrimp in a shallow bowl with 1/2 cup of lime juice and it set for 20 minutes on the counter. The citrus fruit will naturally turn “cook” the shrimp pink and opaque in color.

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

STEP 1. Prepare the shrimp. If using frozen, let it set in warm water to thaw, or thaw in the refrigerator before use. If the shrimp has the shell and tail on, peel those off first.

STEP 2. Once the tails and shells are removed, remove the vein on the bottom. The best way is to use a knife to cut into the meat and pull it out. Rinse the shrimp off then cook it by boiling for 2-3 minutes (as used in this recipe method), or marinate it in lime juice for 20 minutes.

STEP 3. Prepare the vegetables. Start by chopping the cilantro and onion, removing the avocado seed and dicing it, and grating the garlic with a cheese grater into fine pieces.

STEP 4. Peel and dice the cucumber. The key is to keep the vegetables diced small.

STEP 5. Use roma tomatoes and slice them in half and remove the seeds. The center can make shrimp ceviche watery, so removing it keeps this dish light and chunky.

STEP 6. After the center is removed dice them into small pieces.

STEP 7. Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl.

STEP 8. Mix the well to coat with citrus juices and serve right away or chill first.

FAQS and EXPERT TIPS

Should I cook shrimp for ceviche?

Shrimp can be cooked through stir-fry, boiling, grilling, or a lime juice marinade method. Yes, always make sure the shrimp is cooked through.

Is shrimp ceviche safe to eat?

As with any meat, it is best cooked to avoid food born illness. Shrimp ceviche should also be consumed within 2 days to avoid the seafood from spoiling or the ceviche from getting soggy. If pregnant, shrimp ceviche is safe to eat in moderation (shrimp 8-12 ounces 2-3 servings per week).

What goes with shrimp ceviche?

Favorite ways to serve with shrimp ceviche are with chips, guacamole, and salsa, or turn it into tacos, taquitos or over salad greens.

How do you know when shrimp ceviche is done?

Make sure it is pink or opaque in color, which is a sign it is cooked through.

What additions can I add to shrimp ceviche?

You can add 1 red bell pepper, or 1 jalapeno pepper for a little sweetness or heat. Remove seeds first and dice them into fine bits.

shrimp ceviche served in a bowl with chips and a peach dish towel

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shrimp ceviche served in a bowl with chips

Shrimp Ceviche Recipe

This mouthwatering seafood dish tastes like it is freshly made straight from a beachside restaurant! It's a zesty shrimp ceviche recipe simple enough for any cook and is bursting with citrus flavors and chunks of delicious shrimp.
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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 233kcal
Author: Danielle Fahrenkrug

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp tails removed and de-veined (use frozen for convenience)
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 4 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 2 cups cucumbers ends sliced off, peeled and diced
  • 2/3 cup sweet white onion diced (or red onion)
  • 1/3 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (preferable pink Himalayan salt)
  • 1 avocado seed removed and diced

Instructions

Start by preparing and cooking the shrimp.

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. If using frozen, let it set in warm water to thaw, or thaw in the refrigerator before use. If the shrimp has the shell and tail on, peel those off first.
    Once the tails and shells are removed, remove the vein on the bottom. The best way is to use a knife to cut into the meat and pull it out. Rinse the shrimp off then cook it by boiling for 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and set in a large mixing bowl.

Prepare and chop the vegetables

  • Chop the cilantro and onion. Remove the avocado seed and dice the avocado. Grate the garlic with a cheese grater into fine pieces. Peel and dice the cucumber. For the tomato, remove the seeds first and the juices then dice. The key is to keep the vegetables diced small. Transfer the prepared vegetables into the mixing bowl with the cooked shrimp.

Assemble the ceviche

  • In the bowl, add the lime juice, orange juice, salt and pepper and mix well until everything is blended evenly and fully coated. Serve right away or refrigerate for 30 minutes first. Serve with fresh tortilla chips, over salads or tostadas.

Notes

Notes 1. There are two ways to cook seafood for ceviche. You can either boil the prepared shrimp for either 2-3 minutes until it turns pink (do not over boil- remove from the the water as soon as it gets pink) as used in the recipe method. Or place the prepared shrimp in a shallow bowl with 1/2 cup of lime juice and it set for 20 minutes on the counter. The citrus fruit will naturally turn "cook" the shrimp pink and opaque in color.
Notes 2. The shrimp is done when it is pink and opaque in color.
Notes 3. You can add extra ingredients such as 1 red bell pepper for sweetness or a jalapeno pepper for heat. Remove the stem and seeds and dice them finely and add if desired. 
Notes 4. Enjoy this shrimp ceviche within 2 days or making it. It serves wonderfully with chips, guacamole, and salsa, or turned into tacos, taquitos or over salad greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1182mg | Potassium: 645mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 745IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 3mg
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Danielle Fahrenkrug is the writer and photographer behind Delightful Mom Food. She is also a homeschooling mama who loves food, family, friends, and Jesus with a passion for wine, coffee, and cauliflower bbq pizza. Danielle is also the author for Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Baking Cookbook and Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Cookbook and founder of Delightful Mom Health, a line of high quality health supplements.

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Hi, and welcome to Delightful Mom Food! I'm Danielle, the creator of these simple, healthy, gluten-free recipes that are family friendly. Because eating healthy should be delicious and mean you can still enjoy your favorite foods! I am also the founder of Delightful Mom Health, a line of high quality natural health supplements, 3x cookbook author, and certified health and nutrition life coach.
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