Ginger Free Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche
Bright, citrus-cured shrimp tossed with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hit of jalapeño heat — this ceviche is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any gathering. The shrimp are "cooked" entirely by the acidity of fresh lime, lemon, and orange juice, so there's no stovetop required and the flavors stay clean and vibrant. A quick soak for the red onion mellows its sharpness without losing any of its crunch, and that reserved splash of citrus marinade ties everything together beautifully. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to ginger, this recipe is a genuine win — the bold, layered flavor comes entirely from citrus, fresh herbs, and jalapeño, with zero root spices hiding anywhere in the ingredient list. Folding in the avocado at the very end keeps it silky and intact rather than turning the whole bowl into guacamole. Scoop it up with tortilla chips or eat it straight from the bowl — either way, it's refreshing, satisfying, and ready faster than most people expect.
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4 servings
- 1 lb large shrimp (31–40 count), peeled, deveined, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 orange)
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled, and cut into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For serving
- tortilla chips, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp pieces with the lime juice, lemon juice, and orange juice. Stir to coat, then press the shrimp down so they are mostly submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 25–30 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque throughout and firm to the touch with no translucent gray areas remaining — the acid will have fully cured them.
- 2
While the shrimp cure, place the diced red onion in a small bowl of cold water and let it soak for 10 minutes, then drain. This removes some of the sharp bite.
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