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Spicy Mexican Aguachile with Shrimp and Cucumber

Name: Spicy Mexican Aguachile with Shrimp and Cucumber
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; Juice of 5 limes; 1/2 tsp salt; 3 Serrano peppers, stems removed; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 cup cold water; Juice of 2 limes; 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1 avocado, sliced; Fresh cilantro leaves; Sliced radishes

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this refreshing and spicy raw shrimp dish, perfect for a hot day or as a tantalizing appetizer.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 11, 2026

Spicy Mexican Aguachile with Shrimp and Cucumber — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

0 min

Cook

0 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Shrimp

For the Aguachile Sauce

For the Vegetables

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 214 kcal
Protein: 27.25 g
Carbs: 13.75 g
Fat: 6.5 g
Fiber: 3.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 857 kcal
Protein: 109 g
Carbs: 55 g
Fat: 26 g
Fiber: 15 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined	481	104	0	5	0
Juice of 5 limes	60	1	20	0	1
1/2 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
3 Serrano peppers stems removed	12	0	3	0	1
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves	1	0	0	0	0
1 clove garlic	4	0	1	0	0
1/4 cup cold water	0	0	0	0	0
Juice of 2 limes	24	0	8	0	0
1 medium cucumber thinly sliced	16	1	4	0	1
1/4 red onion thinly sliced	12	0	3	0	0
1 avocado sliced	234	3	12	21	10
Fresh cilantro leaves	1	0	0	0	0
Sliced radishes	12	0	4	0	2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Shrimp

1
Rinse Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2
Combine with Lime and Salt
Mix shrimp with lime juice and salt in a bowl.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes, allowing the shrimp to “cook” in the acid.

Preparing the Aguachile Sauce

1
Blend Ingredients
Blend Serrano peppers, cilantro, garlic, cold water, and lime juice until smooth.
Tip: Ensure your hands are clean after handling chilies; avoid contact with eyes.
2
Season to Taste
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Tip: Adjust the number of Serrano peppers to match your preferred spice level.
3
Chill Sauce
Refrigerate until ready to use.

How to Make Spicy Mexican Aguachile with Shrimp and Cucumber

Total time: 0 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Mixing Ingredients
Drain excess lime juice from shrimp, then combine with the aguachile sauce and sliced vegetables.
2
Resting Time
Allow the mixture to rest in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, absorbing the flavors.
3
Final Adjustments
Just before serving, taste and add extra lime juice or salt, if desired.