Pescatarian Shrimp and Avocado Ceviche
Bright citrus, creamy avocado, and tender shrimp come together in a bowl that tastes like a coastal vacation on a Tuesday night. The shrimp are cured low and slow in a triple-citrus blend of lime, lemon, and orange juice — no heat required — until they turn perfectly opaque and firm. A quick soak for the red onion tames its sharpness, while jalapeño, cherry tomatoes, and fresh cilantro layer in just the right amount of heat and freshness. That reserved splash of leche de tigre stirred back in at the end is a small move that makes a big difference, tying all the flavors together with a punchy, savory depth. The avocado gets folded in last and gently, so every scoop holds a creamy cube rather than a smear. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive enough for guests but comes together with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a little patience while the fridge does the work. Serve it straight from the bowl with tortilla chips, and watch it disappear fast.
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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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