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Shrimp Ceviche

By Rachael | Updated on August 8, 2020

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Shrimp Ceviche

Shrimp Ceviche is a garlic, lime, shrimp, tangy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, fresh cilantro, red and green onions, and more combine to make this amazingly flavorful ceviche!

Impress your guests with this easy to make Shrimp Ceviche. It looks fancy, it sounds fancy and yes, it is fancy!

This is one that we love as a family and it is so simple to make. Plus the presentation is the best part.

When I told my husband I wanted to do a post celebrating him, and everything he does.

I wanted to know his favorite recipe so I could share it in the post. And he said, “Ceviche”!

I was so excited about this because I had forgotten how amazing it is, and what a wonderfully fresh and tasty snack or meal it can be.

This shrimp ceviche can be served as an appetizer or a meal. We love to enjoy our ceviche with Lobster, Summer Corn and Crab Chowder, Mom’s Dinner Rolls and end with Instant Pot Lava Cake.

Shrimp ceviche, the perfect appetizer, a delicious seafood dip

Shrimp Ceviche

Today’s recipe is for my husband, it is one of his favorites, and I am sharing it in honor of him.

Because without all his help, and everything he does to pick up the slack for me while I am blogging, Eazy Peazy Mealz would not exist.

I have a secret to let you in on…well not actually a secret. I have been blogging for 2 years now.

Over 2 years actually.

I can hardly believe it. I have learned so much in the past 2 years, especially about how much I do not know.

This blogging world is a crazy place to be. I have had some hits, I have had a lot of misses. And I have made so many amazing friends.

I have also pushed my family and they have pushed me.

Blogging is so much more than a job.

It is like a little piece of your heart and soul gets poured into every photo, every dish, every post. And that can take a toll.

Luckily for me, whenever I seem to drop the ball around the house, or with our family life, my husband is there to catch it.

He picks up my slack, and really helps out a lot.

Now, he isn’t perfect, and there are times when I have to remind him that I need help.

But despite his busy schedule and demanding work, he really is amazing, and a positive role model for my kids when it comes to cleaning.

What you need to make shrimp ceviche

It is really not hard to make. It looks and tastes impressive, without too much hassle.

  • Olive Oil
  • Shrimp- shelled, cooked shrimp
  • Garlic- minced
  • Lime juice
  • Cucumber- chopped
  • Tomatoes- diced
  • Cilantro- chopped
  • Jalapeno- ribbed and deseeded depending on how much spice you would like.
  • Red onion
  • Garlic- minced
  • Small limes- juiced
  • Lemon- juiced
  • Green onions 
  • Kosher salt to taste

Is the shrimp raw in shrimp ceviche?

Are there any shrimp fans out there!? We love shrimp and these are three recipes that you must try: Garlic Butter Shrimp, Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil or Coconut Shrimp.

You can make this recipe with raw or cooked shrimp.

By coating the raw shrimp with citrus juice, the shrimp will “cook” on its own from the acid in the juice.

Because of this, it will turn the shrimp pink in color and firmer.

I like to use the pre-cooked shrimp because it is easier and still just as flavorful.

If you prefer using raw shrimp, that is great too.

Shrimp ceviche, the perfect snack or meal

How do you make shrimp ceviche?

In this recipe the shrimp is first lightly cooked and then marinated in the citrus juices.

Traditionally, ceviche usually cooks the fish with the acid from the lime and lemon juice.

  • Sauté: In a medium sized sauté pan, heat olive oil and minced garlic
  • Add in shelled shrimp, and lime juice, cook until shrimp turn pink.
  • Remove from pan, rough chop shrimp, and set aside to cool.
  • Mix: While shrimp cools, chop up cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, and jalapeño (Adjust according to the heat you want).
  • Stir together, and add garlic, lime and lemon juice, and salt.
  • Stir in cooled, chopped, shrimp, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Serve with chips.

Shrimp ceviche variations:

The beauty of shrimp ceviche is that it’s so easy to customize the flavors to your tastes.

Sometimes it is fun to mix up the ingredients with more seafood, vegetables or even fruit.

  • Seafood: half shrimp and half fish works too. Add pieces of firm white fish, bay scallops or crab.
  • Vegetables: For more flavoring I like to add other vegetables such as red bell pepper or avocados.
  • Fruit: I am a fruit girl and if I can add in pineapple or mango it is going to be a tropical dish made in heaven.

shrimp ceviche is such a tasty snack

How long does shrimp ceviche last?

Shrimp ceviche is best eaten within 1 to 2 days once prepared.

Prepare the shrimp ceviche up to 8 hours ahead of time.

The longer you wait, the vegetables and juices will start to break down, turn colors and become mushy mixed together.

If you’re preparing your ceviche in advance, omit the avocado and stir it in at the last minute.

Tips for making shrimp ceviche:

There are several variations that can be made with shrimp ceviche. I tend to go on the easier side but also have a beautiful presentation.

  • Small bite size shrimp are easier to eat. If you prefer the larger or jumbo size shrimp you can cut them into bite size pieces.
  • Shrimp ceviche can be made up to 8 hours before you plan to serve it. If you’re preparing your ceviche in advance, omit the avocado and stir it in at the last minute.
  • I like to serve shrimp ceviche with tortilla chips, saltine crackers or slices of baguette or similar bread.
  • It is best to marinate you ceviche for at least 30 minutes.
  • For a less spicier dish, remove the seeds and rib in your jalapeño. This will help reduce the heat of the pepper.
  • Add in fresh carrots, more seafood or fruit to help add more flavor and custom ingredients.

Shrimp ceviche, the perfect blend of fresh flavors, makes for a great snack or meal

If you love seafood, try these delicious recipes

  • Gluten Free Seafood Pot Pie
  • Cajun Baked Salmon
  • Lobster: How to Cook Lobster Tail
  • Lemon Butter Salmon and Asparagus Foil Packets
  • Baja Fish Tacos

Shrimp Ceviche

Garlic, lime, shrimp, tangy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, fresh cilantro, red and green onions, and more combine to make this amazingly flavorful ceviche!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Hispanic
Keyword: ceviche, shrimp
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 694kcal
Author: Rachael

Ingredients

  • 1 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 1 Tbs minced garlic
  • 2 Tbs lime juice
  • 1 1/2 cup cucumber sliced
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4-1/2 jalapeno seeds removed, and diced small
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 1/2 Tbs minced garlic
  • 2 small limes juiced
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium sized saute pan, heat olive oil and minced garlic
  • Add in shelled shrimp, and lime juice, cook until shrimp turn pink.
  • Remove from pan, rough chop shrimp, and set aside to cool
  • While shrimp cools, chop up cucumber, tomatoes, cilantro, onions, and jalapeno (Adjust according to the heat you want)
  • Stir together, and add garlic, lime and lemon juice, and salt
  • Stir in cooled, chopped, shrimp, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes
  • Serve with chips

Nutrition

Calories: 694kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 100g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1143mg | Sodium: 3591mg | Potassium: 1839mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1550IU | Vitamin C: 141mg | Calcium: 910mg | Iron: 15.9mg

Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.

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Comments

  1. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    April 21, 2015 at 11:43 am

    Today is certainly a ceviche day! I just posted a recipe for a variation as well! ;)
    Reply
  2. foodladyrd says

    April 21, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    I love ceviche, but have been afraid to attempt it. I think I need to try this recipe!
    Reply
  3. Food Done Light (@FoodDoneLight) says

    April 22, 2015 at 6:42 am

    I haven't made ceviche in a while. I love all the gorgeous color in yours.
    Reply
  4. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

    April 22, 2015 at 8:05 pm

    Great video!! The ceviche looks wonderful!!
    Reply
  5. DONNALEAMelendez says

    April 28, 2015 at 7:33 pm

    not ceviche if you cook it in a pan, Ceviche is "cooked " by the use of lemon or limes or any other citrus .
    Reply
    • Rachael says

      April 28, 2015 at 8:56 pm

      Donnalea Thank you! I realize that is how it traditionally made, and what classifies it as ceviche. This is my version and what is more appealing to my general readership, and my family! Feel free to adjust according to your personal preferences.
      Reply
      • Cathy says

        June 30, 2016 at 8:14 pm

        Can i make it the night before will it still be good for picnic the next day?
    • Marie says

      August 13, 2016 at 7:09 am

      I am not sure I understand the meaning of your post. The only thing cooked is the shrimp and you have to cook shrimp before you eat it (unless you buy it pre-cooked). Is there something else cooked? If so, I am missing that part. I had this recipe at a friends recently and it was amazing. I am now going to attempt to make it myself. Wish me luck!
      Reply
  6. Lisa Brown says

    November 16, 2017 at 10:37 am

    I’ve had this and it’s wonderful! A friend suggested I go to your website were she got the recipe.Im really looking forward to making it. My family will love it!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Rachael says

      November 16, 2017 at 11:29 am

      Thank you Lisa! I am so glad you enjoyed it, and I hope your family does too.
      Reply

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