Aguachile

5 from 18 votes

Aguachile Verde is made up of juicy, succulent shrimp marinated in a delicious and spicy green chile sauce. Light and full of bold flavors. This Mexican food classic will impress your guests and delight your palate.

Prep Time1 10

Total Time1 10

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 150kcal

Author: Maggie Unzueta

Ingredients

1 lb raw shrimp
1 ½ cup lime juice (divided)
Salt to taste
1 cucumber peeled and sliced
¼ red onion thinly sliced
4 serrano peppers stem and seeds removed
½ bunch cilantro

Instructions

Peel and devein the shrimp.
Cut the shrimp open in a butterfly. (You can also chop them up into 1-inch pieces).
Add 1 cup of lime juice and salt to shrimp.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, remove the stems from the serrano peppers. Then, slice them in half.
Remove the seeds from the peppers.
Add the serrano peppers, cilantro, and remaining lime juice to the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Taste for good measure.
Take the shrimp out of the refrigerator.
Add the cucumber and red onion to the shrimp.
Pour the sauce all over the shrimp, cucumber, and onions.
Mix well.
Cover with plastic wrap again and return to the refrigerator.
Marinate for 30 minutes.
Serve with saltines or tostada.
Optional: you can top with avocado slices.

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Notes

Buy shrimp that have already been cleaned. It will save on time. They cost more, but it’s totally worth the price.

Swap Out Option:

Use 2 key limes for 1 lime.
If you can't find serrano peppers, you can use jalapeños.

Whenever seafood is cooked in acid, the texture will degrade.

If you are using very fresh ingredients, it can last in the fridge for up to 3 days.
If not, try to eat the Aguachile within 24 hours.

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