GRILLED CEVICHE WITH AVOCADO BUTTER

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Provided by Mark Militello

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds fresh Bahamian conch or cleaned calamari
1/2 cup, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/4 cup minced red onion
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup minced red bell pepper
1/4 cup minced tomato
2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
16 picholine olives, pitted and minced
2 tablespoons minced scallion
2 tablespoons minced cilantro leaves
1 ripe Hass avocado
6 leaves bibb lettuce

Steps:

  • If you use conch, cut off hard narrow end, and discard or grind it for conch cakes or chowder. Slice meat in thirds on the bias, and pound each piece flat between sheets of waxed paper with a meat mallet. For calamari, remove tentacles, and discard or reserve to deep-fry. Cut bodies in half lengthwise, and lightly score surface in crisscross pattern with sharp knife.
  • In a medium bowl combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, wine, half the onion, thyme and salt and pepper. Add conch or calamari. Marinate 30 minutes.
  • Heat grill or stove-top grill pan. Grill conch or calamari about 20 seconds on each side, until lightly seared. Set aside on a plate, 20 to 30 minutes. Mince, and place in bowl with any juices from seafood.
  • Add bell pepper, tomato, jalapeños, olives, scallions, cilantro and remaining red onion. Mix. Dish can be prepared up to this point, covered, and refrigerated.
  • Lightly beat 1/4 cup lime juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil together, and add to seafood. Fold all ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside at room temperature until ready to serve, no more than 30 minutes.
  • Halve and pit avocado. Remove flesh, chop, and place in food processor or blender with remaining tablespoon lime juice. Process until smooth, scraping sides of container from time to time. With machine running, drizzle in remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Scrape container, and process briefly until well blended. With food processor, mixture may look slightly separated: if so, transfer to a bowl, and beat vigorously with a small whisk about 30 seconds or until mixture is smooth. If you use a blender, you may have to scrape container more often, but mixture will emulsify better. Season to taste with salt. If not for immediate use, cover and refrigerate up to 1 hour. If mixture starts to separate, whisk again before serving.
  • Place a lettuce leaf in each of 6 martini glasses or wine goblets. Spoon in conch or calamari mixture. Top each with dollop of avocado butter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 365, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 488 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Usman Baloch YT
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This ceviche is a must-try! The flavors are incredible and the avocado butter is a game-changer. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kerri J.
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I've made this ceviche several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of the tangy lime marinade with the creamy avocado butter.


ZeroKenshin TTV
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This is my new favorite ceviche recipe! The grilled fish is so flavorful and the avocado butter is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Jazmin
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This ceviche was easy to make and turned out great! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I especially loved the avocado butter, which added a creamy richness to the dish.


Kris Cr
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I made this ceviche for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the avocado butter was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Charles Sajjabi
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This ceviche was amazing! I loved the combination of the tangy lime marinade and the creamy avocado butter. The fish was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were fresh and crisp. I will definitely be making this again.


Omo zaizai
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I've tried many ceviche recipes, but this one is by far the best. The grilled fish is so flavorful and the avocado butter is the perfect finishing touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rea Crkvenčić
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The avocado butter was a great addition and really made the dish.


Topendra Kc
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I'm not usually a fan of ceviche, but this recipe changed my mind. The avocado butter really mellows out the acidity of the lime marinade, and the grilled fish is cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nyacho Angel
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This is the best ceviche I've ever had! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I especially loved the avocado butter, which added a unique and delicious touch.


Jaymalik
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I've made this ceviche a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of the tangy lime marinade with the creamy avocado butter.


Adebayode Aro
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This ceviche was a hit at my last party! The flavors were so bright and fresh, and the avocado butter added a creamy richness that took it to the next level. I'll definitely be making this again.