Artificial Food Coloring Free Mango Shrimp Ceviche
Bright, tropical, and packed with fresh ingredients, this mango shrimp ceviche is the kind of dish that looks like it came from a beachside restaurant but comes together easily in your own kitchen. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — ripe mango, crisp cucumber, fresh lime juice, jalapeño, and cilantro — with zero processed shortcuts that might sneak in synthetic dyes or artificial additives. The golden hue in the dressing comes entirely from a pinch of ground turmeric, a real-food spice that adds warmth and color the way nature intended. Grated fresh ginger and a generous pour of lime juice give the whole bowl a lively, citrusy kick that pairs beautifully with the sweet mango and tender shrimp. A quick boil-and-chill method keeps the shrimp perfectly cooked — pink, juicy, and never rubbery — before everything gets tossed together and chilled so the flavors can meld. Optional avocado folded in at the end adds a creamy, cooling contrast that takes it over the top. This is clean, vibrant eating at its most satisfying.
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4 servings
For the shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined
- ½ tsp salt
For the ceviche
- 1 large ripe mango, peeled and cut into ½-inch dice
- 1 medium english cucumber, cut into ¼-inch dice
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- ½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 1 medium avocado, cut into ½-inch dice (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a medium saucepan with water, add 1/2 tsp salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes, until they are pink, opaque, and curl into a loose C-shape — do not let them curl tightly into an O, which signals overcooking. The shrimp should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- 2
Drain the shrimp in a colander and transfer to a large bowl. Fill the bowl with cold water and a handful of ice to stop the cooking, then drain again after 2 minutes. Pat the shrimp dry and cut each one into 2–3 bite-sized pieces.
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