Classic Black Aguachile
Similar to ceviche, shrimp are marinated in citrus juices and chiles for a refreshing, simple dish.
Ingredients
Prepare the Agua Chile
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Jalapeño, large, chopped 1 each
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Salt, as needed
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Black pepper, freshly ground
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Chile chiltepin, crushed, as needed
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Garlic 1 clove
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Lemon juice 2 oz
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Lime juice 2 oz
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Red onion, sliced 3 oz
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Shrimp, (21/25), peeled and deveined 10 oz
To Serve
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Persian cucumber, sliced 3 oz
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Cilantro, leaves, washed 1 bunch
Preparation
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Prepare the Agua Chile
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On a mortar, add the chopped jalapeño with a pinch of salt,ground black pepper, crushed chiltepin pepper and garlic clove.
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Mash it with the pestle until it becomes a paste, add lemon and lime juice, sliced onion, and shrimp butterflied, season with salt to taste and mix well. Add more chiltepin pepper if want more heat.
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Prepare the Shrimp
- Let the shrimp marinate for 12 to 15 minutes, until shrimp cooks in the juices.
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To Serve
- Arrange on a platter and decorate with cucumber and cilantro leaves.