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Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche with Tequila

by Lynne Webb on July 16, 2015 (Updated February 25, 2023) // 6 Comments

Appetizers » Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche with Tequila

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche with Tequila

by Lynne Webb on July 16, 2015 (Updated February 25, 2023) // 6 Comments

This ceviche recipe is a easy, light appetizer made with tequila and lime marinated shrimp and bay scallops, fresh oranges, jalapeño peppers and cilantro.
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Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche

Ceviche is surprisingly easy to prepare and makes a wonderful appetizer for parties because all the prep work is done in advance. Our recipe features shrimp and bay scallops that have been marinated in a combination of tequila blanco and freshly squeezed lime juice. Fresh oranges, grape tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, onion and cilantro add an amazing blend of flavors, colors, and textures to the finished dish.

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche with Tequila

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This ceviche recipe is a easy, light appetizer made with tequila and lime marinated shrimp and bay scallops, fresh oranges, jalapeño peppers and cilantro.
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time : 5 mins
Total Time : 15 mins
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Ingredients 

  • 3/4 pound small or medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3/4 pound bay scallops
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large clove garlic, very finely chopped
  • 3/4 to 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 4 to 5 limes
  • 1/4 cup tequila blanco
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 or 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 pint grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
  • 2 navel oranges, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions 

  • Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and fill a large bowl with ice water.
  • Working in batches, add half the shrimp to the boiling water and cook for 1-1/2 minutes.
  • Using a large slotted spoon, remove and immediately plunge the shrimp into the ice bath for 1 minute.
  • Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and scallops, adding more ice to the water as needed.
  • Place the parboiled shrimp and scallops in a shallow, non-reactive bowl. Add the olive oil, garlic, salt and a few grinds of black pepper and toss.
  • Add the lime juice, tequila, and red onion, combine well, cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for 4 to 8 hours.
  • You’ll know the seafood and fish are done when they are white and opaque.
  • Drain off the marinade and add the jalapeño and grape tomatoes. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
  • Cover and return to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Just before serving, add in the oranges and cilantro. Serve in a martini glass along with warm tortilla chips if desired.

Recipe Notes

If you’re certain that your seafood and fish are incredibly fresh, you can skip the parboiling step above, but we think it’s best to eliminate any risks by pre-cooking the shrimp and scallops before marinating.
For a variation, don’t hesitate to try other fruits like mango, papaya, pink grapefruit or a combination, in place of the oranges
Have you tried this recipe?Did you add your own special touch? We’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment and a rating to share your thoughts with others.

Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Appetizers
 | 
Cuisine: Latin American

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  1. Louis H Harris says

    September 1, 2018 at 11:13 am

    1 question after I drain off the marinade do I throw it out or can it be served??

    Reply
    • Lynne Webb says

      September 1, 2018 at 2:23 pm

      Hi Louis,

      I think you could safely use the marinade for something else but I would suggest using it the same day. I’m not sure about storing it.

      Reply
  2. Manuel Padilla says

    June 24, 2018 at 4:22 pm

    5 stars
    I made this recipe as part of a tequila tasting party and it was a total success. My friends raved about how good the ceviche tasted.

    Reply
    • Lynne Webb says

      June 24, 2018 at 8:39 pm

      Hi Manuel,

      I’m so glad you and your friends enjoyed the ceviche. We actually created the recipe for our tequila tasting party menu. It really does go well. Thanks for taking the time to come back and let us know!

      Reply
  3. All That I'm Eating says

    August 21, 2012 at 6:06 am

    This sounds lovely. I love the tequila with it!

    Reply
  4. Gary says

    May 22, 2011 at 6:29 pm

    This is a nice cerviche flavor profile. But like you say in ur notes I would recommend to folks to just always buy fresh seafood and allow their acid to cerviche the seafood rather than boil to cook.

    Reply

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