Shrimp Aguachile
This tasty shrimp aguachile is perfect for a party if served in small glasses. The shrimp and avocado are so refreshing.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time29 minutes mins
Total Time44 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 42kcal
- 4 limes juiced
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 jalapeno chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 cup cucumber seeded & diced (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 pound raw shrimp peeled deveined, and chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
- 1/2 large avocado pitted and cubed
- 1/2 tablespoon tajin
Juice the limes and lemon and combine them in a cup.
To a blender or food processor add the garlic, cilantro, jalapeno, half the cucumber, half the citrus juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Add the shrimp to a bowl. Pour on the remaining citrus juice and aguachile from the blender, then add the onions and remaining cucumber and stir to combine.
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Once the shrimp has "cooked", stir in the avocado. Sprinkle tajin over the top. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy.
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 73mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.4mg