BAY SCALLOP CEVICHE

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For a simple yet impressive appetizer, marinate scallops in lime juice and then toss with a bright, citrusy mix of olives, tomato, jalapeno, orange juice and parsley. An essential part of Peruvian cuisine, ceviche can be customized with your favorite ingredients and is enjoyed in a variety of ways throughout Latin America.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bay scallops, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice (from about 12 limes), plus more if needed
1/3 cup pitted green olives, quartered
1 large vine-ripe tomato, cored and finely chopped
1 white onion, finely chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the scallops and lime juice in a large bowl, making sure the scallops are submerged (add more lime juice if necessary to cover). Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
  • Combine the olives, tomato, onion, jalapeno, orange juice, 2 teaspoons parsley, the sugar, hot sauce and 2 teaspoons salt in a separate large bowl. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Drain the scallops, reserving 1/4 cup of the lime juice. Add the scallops and reserved lime juice to the olive mixture. Toss and season with pepper. Cover and refrigerate, at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Sprinkle the ceviche with the remaining 1 teaspoon parsley. Serve with tortilla chips.

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