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Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche

Recipe by Deivid Chefsito 🍖

A bright, tangy Ecuadorian-style shrimp ceviche made with fresh shrimp heads for a flavorful broth, juicy lemon juice, tomato puree, red onion, cilantro and a side of crispy popcorn (canguil). Perfect as an appetizer or light main dish.

MediumEcuadorianServes 6

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Source Video
37m
Prep
23m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 10m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$30.24
Per serving:$5.04

Critical Success Points

  • • Removing the shrimp digestive tract completely
  • • Simmering shrimp heads to extract a flavorful broth
  • • Cooking shrimp for exactly 5 minutes to avoid overcooking
  • • Balancing the amount of tomato broth and lemon juice for proper acidity
  • • Popping popcorn without burning

Safety Warnings

  • • Handle raw shrimp with clean hands and sanitize all surfaces to avoid cross‑contamination.
  • • Cook shrimp to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • • Hot oil used for popcorn can cause burns; keep a lid nearby and do not leave unattended.

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