How to Make Aguachile

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1

   Step 1: Prepare the shrimp.

   Peel, devein, and wash the shrimp.
   
   Let them drain for 5 minutes.
2. 2

   Step 2: Marinate them.

   Place the shrimp in a bowl and cover them with the juice of 7 limes or 4 lemons. , Put the bowl with the shrimp in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
   
   They will marinate better if you cover the bowl.
   
   Once the shrimp are marinated, drain them and put them aside for plating. , Put the chili peppers, cilantro, and juice of 3 limes (or 2 lemons) in a blender.
   
   Process them until you have a uniform mixture. , Finely slice the onion and place it in a bowl.
   
   Cover the slices with the juice of 2 limes (or 1 lemon). , Slice the cucumbers; season them with salt, pepper, and a bit of lime juice.
   
   Put them aside for plating.
   
   You can also season the cucumbers with chili powder, depending on how spicy you want to dish to be. , Place all of the ingredients on a platter or large plate.
   
   First, place a layer of cucumbers on the plate.
   
   Then, put the shrimp on top.
   
   Cover the shrimp with the sliced onion.
   
   Pour the chili mixture over the other ingredients. ,,
3. 3

   Step 3: Let them rest.

4. 4

   Step 4: Process the ingredients.

5. 5

   Step 5: Marinate the onion (optional).

6. 6

   Step 6: Prepare the cucumbers.

7. 7

   Step 7: Plate the dish.

8. 8

   Step 8: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Step 9: Decorate the edge of the plate with tomato and/or avocado slices.

Detailed Guide

About the Author