Poor Man’s Ceviche

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 13

Refreshing Poor Man's Ceviche for a light and healthy meal

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 pound imitation crabmeat , flaked
	3 Roma ( plum ) tomatoes , diced
	1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
	2 serrano chile peppers , chopped
	1 green onion , chopped
	3/4 cup fresh lime juice , or more to taste
	1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

125

Sugar

Fat

Poor man's ceviche is a simple and affordable seafood dish that has become popular in many parts of the world, particularly in Latin America. It is typically made with inexpensive ingredients such as imitation crabmeat, diced tomatoes, fresh herbs, and lime juice. The dish is usually served cold as a light and refreshing snack or appetizer, and can be enjoyed on its own or with tortilla chips. Poor man's ceviche is a great dish for those who are looking to incorporate more seafood into their diet without spending a lot of money.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the imitation crabmeat, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, chopped serrano chile peppers, and chopped green onion.
2.	Add the fresh lime juice to the mixture, tossing to combine.
3.	Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper to taste, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

This poor man’s ceviche is a refreshing, healthy, and low-calorie dish that is perfect for a light meal or a snack.

It is easy and quick to prepare, requiring only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

While imitation crabmeat is affordable and readily available, it is not quite as flavorful as real crab.

This dish should be enjoyed within the same day that it is prepared, as it may not keep well due to the lime juice that is used to cook the crabmeat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This poor man’s ceviche is low in calories and high in protein, making it a healthy and satisfying dish.
The lime juice used in this dish is an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help boost the immune system and protect against chronic diseases.