Scallop Aguachile: A Refreshing Taste of Latin Delight

Discover Scallop Aguachile, a vibrant dish combining tender scallops with zesty tomatillos and jalapeños for a refreshing seafood delight.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Latin

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1 pound U10 Size Scallops Always choose the freshest for optimal flavor.
4 Tomatillos Wash and husk before use.
1 Jalapeño Adjust according to your heat preference.
¼ cup Key Lime Juice Substitute with regular lime juice if needed.
1 teaspoon Sea Salt

For the Garnish

½ White Onion Use fresh for the best flavor.
1 bunch Cilantro Include both leaves and stems.
½ medium English Cucumber Thinly slice for garnish.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For drizzling.

Equipment

food processor
knife
Cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Scallop Aguachile

Finely chop 4 tomatillos, 1 jalapeño, and half a white onion. Roughly chop a handful of cilantro.
Combine tomatillos, jalapeño, ¼ cup of lime juice, and sea salt in a food processor; blend until smooth.
Place 1 pound of scallops in a bowl and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
Thinly slice ½ an English cucumber and finely dice an additional jalapeño and the remaining onion for garnish.
Plate the marinated scallops; arrange cucumber slices on the side and sprinkle with diced onion and jalapeño.
Drizzle with olive oil and add extra sea salt and freshly cracked pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy the vibrant flavors and serve fresh for the best experience.

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