Aguachile

Ingredients

Shrimp

1 pound, peeled and deveined

Cucumber

1 large, thinly sliced

Red onion

1 small, thinly sliced

Cilantro

1/2 cup, chopped

Lime juice

1/2 cup, freshly squeezed

Jalapeño

1, seeded and chopped

Salt

1 teaspoon, or to taste

Avocado

1, diced (optional for garnish)

Tortilla chips

for serving

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the chopped cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, jalapeño, and salt. Blend until smooth to create a bright green marinade.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
3. Pour the cilantro-lime marinade over the shrimp and vegetables. Gently stir to ensure that everything is well coated in the marinade.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, allowing the shrimp to 'cook' in the acidity of the lime juice. For optimal flavor, marinate for up to 1 hour.
5. Before serving, gently stir the aguachile again and taste to adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled, garnished with diced avocado and additional cilantro if desired, alongside crunchy tortilla chips for dipping.