Sancocho de Pescado
Fish Sancocho
A lighter, coastal sancocho made with fresh river or sea fish, yuca, plantain, and the aromatic sofrito of the Caribbean coast.
Colombian Shrimp Ceviche
Ceviche de Camarón Colombiano is listed in Seafood for Caribbean Coast. Follow the verified ingredients and numbered instructions below.
Poach the shrimp in salted simmering water for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
Transfer immediately to ice water, drain, and dry.
Rinse the diced onion briefly in cold water for a milder flavor.
Mix ketchup, mayonnaise, lime, garlic, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
Fold in shrimp and onion and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Serve cold in cups with crushed soda crackers.
Recipe-specific substitutions are published only when supported by verified culinary guidance. For ingredient sourcing, see our Colombian Pantry Guide and consult a qualified recipe tester before making substitutions that may change a dish’s flavor or texture.
peeled shrimp
finely diced red onion
ketchup
mayonnaise
lime juice
garlic clove
salt
soda crackers
Fish Sancocho
A lighter, coastal sancocho made with fresh river or sea fish, yuca, plantain, and the aromatic sofrito of the Caribbean coast.
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