Introduction
The Fresh Seafood Tower is a perfect dish for sharing, made of layers of citrus-marinated seafood, fresh vegetables, and balanced flavors that highlight coastal cuisine. Served with Komali corn tortillas, it works beautifully as a starter or a centerpiece dish.
Ingredients
Serves: 4
- Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Cooked octopus, diced
- Scallops (optional)
- Cucumber, thinly sliced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro
- Freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hot sauce (optional)
- Komali corn tortillas
Instructions
- Place the seafood in a bowl and add lime juice, salt, pepper, and hot sauce if desired. Gently mix and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables by slicing the cucumber, onion, and avocado, and keep them chilled.
- To assemble, place a base layer of cucumber and onion on a plate or mold. Add a layer of seafood, followed by avocado and cilantro.
- Repeat the layers until a tower is formed.
- Finish with fresh cilantro and extra lime juice. Serve well chilled with Komali corn tortillas.
