Shrimp and Avocado Seviche Recipe

Name: Shrimp and Avocado Seviche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 limes; 2 pounds medium shrimp; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes); 6 scallions, trimmed and finely chopped; 2 to 4 serrano chiles, finely chopped; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican; 2 large ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons salt; Tortilla chips, for serving

Servings: persons

4 limes
2 pounds medium shrimp
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
6 scallions, trimmed and finely chopped
2 to 4 serrano chiles, finely chopped
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican
2 large ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons salt
Tortilla chips, for serving

1
Fill a large pot with 1 quart water.
2
Cut the 4 limes in half, and squeeze their juice into the pot; add the lime halves.
3
Bring to a boil, then turn off heat; let the mixture steep about 10 minutes.
4
Return to a boil.
5
Add the shrimp to the pot.
6
As soon as the water returns to a rolling boil, pour the shrimp mixture into a colander; discard the cooking liquid and limes.
7
Return the shrimp to the pot; cover, and let stand 15 minutes.
8
Transfer the shrimp to a baking sheet and spread them out; let stand until cool enough to handle.
9
Peel and devein the shrimp, and cut them into thirds.
10
Transfer to a medium bowl; stir in 1/4 cup lime juice and the scallions, chiles, vinegar, thyme, and oregano.
11
Let stand at room temperature 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
12
When ready to serve, stir the avocados, cilantro, and salt into shrimp mixture.
13
Serve with tortilla chips.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 limes, 2 pounds medium shrimp, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes), 6 scallions, trimmed and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Avocado Seviche falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp and Avocado Seviche

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