Leche de Tigre (Tiger's Milk)
Tiger's Milk, also known as Leche de Tigre, is a popular Peruvian dish that is typically served as a refreshing and spicy seafood marinade or as a delicious ceviche base. This zesty and flavorful concoction is a must-try for anyone who loves Peruvian cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup fish stock
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 hot peppers, such as rocoto or habanero, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup seafood (shrimp, fish, or mixed seafood), diced
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the lime juice, fish stock, red onion, garlic, hot peppers, and cilantro. Blend until smooth.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the diced seafood to the mixture and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Glass bowl Blender Knife Cutting board
Tools
Blender Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tiger's Milk as a marinade for seafood or as a base for a delicious Peruvian ceviche.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, add a few drops of hot sauce to the Tiger's Milk before serving.
Cost
$15