Javi's Really Real Mexican Ceviche

Prep time: 30 min
Servings: 12
Yield: 12 servings

Description

Shrimp and scallop ceviche is easy to make at home. The shellfish "cook" in a citrus marinade, resulting in an impressive entrée or appetizer.

Ingredients

4 pounds shrimp
1 pound scallops
6 large limes, juiced
1 large lemon, juiced
1 small white onion, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 large tomato, coarsely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 serrano pepper, chopped
1 bunch cilantro
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1 In a large glass or ceramic bowl, gently toss shrimp and scallops with lime juice and lemon juice. Mix in onion, cucumber, tomato, jalapeño, serrano, cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator until shrimp and scallops are opaque, about 1 hour.