The Secret Ingredient (Key Lime): Key Lime Scallop Ceviche Recipe Recipe

Name: The Secret Ingredient (Key Lime): Key Lime Scallop Ceviche Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons key lime juice (from 6 key limes); 1/2 scallion, thinly sliced; 1/8 jalapeno, finely sliced; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; pinch salt; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 clove garlic, grated; 2 sea scallops (about 1/4 pound), diced into 1/4-inch cubes; 1 plantain, sliced lengthwise 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick; vegetable oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons key lime juice (from 6 key limes)
1/2 scallion, thinly sliced
1/8 jalapeno, finely sliced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
pinch salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 clove garlic, grated
2 sea scallops (about 1/4 pound), diced into 1/4-inch cubes
1 plantain, sliced lengthwise 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick
vegetable oil for frying

1
In a bowl, mix together the key lime juice, scallion, jalapeno, sugar, salt, cilantro, and garlic.
2
Add the diced scallops, and toss. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
3
Take the ceviche out of the fridge to take the chill off.
4
Meanwhile, fill a cast iron skillet halfway with vegetable oil, and heat to 350 degrees F.
5
Fry the plantains 3 to 4 minutes, until golden and crisp. Drain on a paper towel, and season with salt while still hot.
6
Serve the scallop ceviche with the hot, fresh plantain chips.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons key lime juice (from 6 key limes), 1/2 scallion, thinly sliced, 1/8 jalapeno, finely sliced, 1/4 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, The Secret Ingredient (Key Lime): Key Lime Scallop Ceviche Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

The Secret Ingredient (Key Lime): Key Lime Scallop Ceviche Recipe

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