Shrimp & Crab Ceviche

This Shrimp & Crab Ceviche is one of my all-time favorite meals! I love that it's simple, quick, and requires no cooking. It's perfect for meal prep or feeding a large family and can be customized to fit your preferences and dietary needs. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Shrimp & Crab Ceviche (4-5 servings)

Ingredients:

• 🍤 1.5 pounds cooked shrimp

• 🍤 1 package (24 oz) imitation crab meat

• 🍤 1 cucumber

• 🍤 3 Roma tomatoes

• 🍤 1 small red onion

• 🍤 1 bunch cilantro (just the leaves)

• 🍤 1 jalapeño

• 🍤 Juice of 2 limes

• 🍤 Juice of 1 large lemon

• 🍤 Salt (to taste)

• 🍤 Pepper (to taste)

• 🍤 Garlic powder (to taste)

• 🍤 2 avocados

• 🍤 Shrimp cocktail sauce (optional)

• 🍤 Tostadas (optional)

• 🍤 Valentina/your choice hot sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Defrost the Shrimp:

   • Add hot water to the bag of shrimp and let it thaw for 5 minutes. Drain the water, and add more hot water to the bag, letting it thaw for another 5 minutes.

   • Drain the water, remove the tails, and pat dry before adding the shrimp to a large bowl.

2. Chop the Veggies and Cilantro:

   • Dice the cucumber, Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño. Roughly chop the cilantro leaves.

   • Add all the chopped veggies and cilantro to the bowl with the shrimp.

3. Prepare the Crab Meat:

   • Chop or shred the imitation crab meat and add it to the bowl.

4. Season the Ceviche:

   • Add the juice of 2 limes and 1 large lemon to the bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste (measure with your heart—you can always add more later).

5. Mix and Refrigerate:

   • Give it all a good mix and refrigerate for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the ceviche in bowls or on top of tostadas.

7. Add Toppings (Optional):

   • Add additional toppings if desired: shrimp cocktail sauce, avocado slices, and hot sauce (I like Valentina).

Handy Links for Your Kitchen:

• Vegetable Chopper - game changer in the kitchen

• GrandTies Chef Knife

This Shrimp & Crab Ceviche is a refreshing, vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week, feeding a large family, or simply craving a quick and healthy meal, this ceviche has got you covered. The combination of succulent shrimp, flavorful crab meat, and crisp, fresh vegetables, all seasoned with zesty lime and lemon juice, is sure to delight your palate.

Cheers to healthy eating this summer with this delicious, no-cook Shrimp & Crab Ceviche!