Shrimp Escabeche with Blood Orange Mojo Recipe

Name: Shrimp Escabeche with Blood Orange Mojo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups freshly squeezed blood orange juice or other orange juice; 1 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 large garlic cloves, minced, divided; Pinch of salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 2 pounds cooked deveined peeled shrimp, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 cups chopped red bell pepper; 1 1/2 cups chopped celery; 1 cup chopped red onion; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup olive oil; Additional olive oil (optional); Lemon wedges; Tortilla chips or pita chips

Servings: persons

2 cups freshly squeezed blood orange juice or other orange juice
1 cup fresh lemon juice
3 large garlic cloves, minced, divided
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
2 pounds cooked deveined peeled shrimp, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups chopped red bell pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup olive oil
Additional olive oil (optional)
Lemon wedges
Tortilla chips or pita chips

1
Combine orange juice, lemon juice, and 2 minced garlic cloves in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add pinch of salt; boil until orange juice mixture is reduced to 1 cup, about 15 minutes.
3
Cool.
4
Mix in crushed red pepper.
5
Mix shrimp, bell pepper, celery, red onion, cilantro, and 1/4 cup olive oil in bowl.
6
Toss with orange juice mixture and remaining minced garlic clove.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Cover and chill until cold, about 2 hours.
9
(Can be made 8 hours ahead.
10
Keep refrigerated.)
11
Arrange escabeche in shallow bowl.
12
Drizzle with additional olive oil, if desired.
13
Garnish with lemon wedges.
14
Serve with tortilla chips or pita chips.

625

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups freshly squeezed blood orange juice or other orange juice, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 large garlic cloves, minced, divided, Pinch of salt, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Escabeche with Blood Orange Mojo 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Escabeche with Blood Orange Mojo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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