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Vuelve a la Vida

Vuelve a la Vida: Fresh Seafood Cocktail to Revitalize You

Vuelve a la Vida is a revitalizing seafood cocktail that harmonizes tender fish, juicy shrimp, and rich crab into a refreshing medley.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound fresh fish (snapper or tilapia) choose tender options
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp can swap with pre-cooked lobster
  • 1 cup crabmeat opt for lump crab or imitation crab
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup lime juice use fresh juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chile de árbol or fresh jalapeño for milder flavor
  • to taste hot sauce optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • serving bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cubes of fresh fish with fresh lime juice and marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, and chile de árbol for about 2 minutes.
  3. Fold marinated fish, cooked shrimp, and crabmeat into a large serving bowl, then drizzle the marinade over the mixture.
  4. Season with salt to taste, and let rest for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Serve chilled in bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs or lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use the freshest seafood for the best flavor and texture. Combine ingredients right before serving to maintain freshness.

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