shrimp and mango ceviche

Renton, WA
Updated on Jun 25, 2017

Ceviche is a popular appetizer (or light snack) in Central America. It can be portioned into individual servings, or it can be served in a large bowl and presented as an appetizer to share with friends. This recipe from Belize includes fresh mango for a sweet, fruity finish. And, like other Ceviche recipes, it can be portioned into individual servings (as this recipe is written). Or it be placed into one large bowl and served with crisp bread chips (or tortilla chips) to scoop up the Ceviche.

prep time 30 Min
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb - shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 30)
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 5 to 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 5 or 6 limes)
  • 1/4 cup - fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 large mango, peeled and pitted and chopped into bite-size pieces
  • 3 large tomatoes, diced (about 3 cups total)
  • 1 small habanero pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
  • 6 - lettuce leaves, kept whole
  • 6 sprigs fresh cilantro leaves

How To Make shrimp and mango ceviche

  • Step 1
    Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Stir a tsp of salt into the boiling water. Add shrimp and cook about 1 to 2 minutes or just until they turn pink. Pour into a colander and rinse shrimp under cool running water until cooled. Drain again. Cut shrimp into 1/2-inch pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
  • Step 2
    Add the onion, lime juice, cilantro, mango, tomato, habanero, and salt to the bowl, and toss well.
  • Step 3
    Place a lettuce leaf in 6 individual fruit bowls. Divide the Ceviche among the 6 bowls, spooning it over the lettuce leaves. To garnish, add a sprig of fresh cilantro to each serving.
  • Step 4
    Cover bowls with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled as a light lunch or appetizer.

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