Mexican Shrimp Aguachile with Lime

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 whole jalapeño, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt

1. 01
   Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. 02
   Slice the shrimp in half lengthwise and place them in a large bowl.
3. 03
   Pour the fresh lime juice over the shrimp, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or until the shrimp turn opaque.
4. 04
   While the shrimp are marinating, prepare the vegetables by thinly slicing the cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño.
5. 05
   Remove the shrimp from the refrigerator and add the sliced vegetables and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
6. 06
   Season the mixture with salt and gently toss to combine all ingredients well.
7. 07
   Transfer the aguachile to a serving platter and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
8. 08
   Serve immediately with tortilla chips or tostadas.