Scallops & Shrimps Ceviche With Avocado Sauce

Submitted by Aris I.

"A very easy and delicious spin on the classic ceviche. For more recipes and refreshing ideas visit our: FB page: https://www.facebook.com/tastebyte/ IG page: http://instagram.com/tastebyte"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 8 -10 large scallops (quartered)
• 8 -10 large shrimp (cut ~ same size as scallops)
• 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
• kosher salt
• black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 3⁄4 cup fresh lime juice, freshly squeezed (4-6 limes)
• 1⁄2 red onion, very thinly sliced salted, and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2⁄3 cup avocado
• 1⁄3 cup cilantro
• 1⁄3 cup water
• 1 teaspoon coriander

directions

1. Slice red onion and salt generously, and let stand 15 minutes until it begins to release its liquid. ( this will removed some bitterness). Rinse well.
2. Place shrimps, scallops, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, chili, and lime juice in a shallow bowl, gently mix, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving.
3. Before serving, add cilantro, cucumber and tomato and a drizzle of olive oil, gently mix. Taste for salt.
4. To make Avocado Sauce, blend the avocados, 1/3 cup cilantro, water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt & pepper, coriander, 1/8 cup lime juice and 2 garlic cloves in a blender until smooth, adding a bit more water if needed to get the blades going.