
Poor Man’s Ceviche Recipe
Poor Man's Ceviche creates quick and delicious appetizer/dip dishes that most guests will enjoy, with Tapatio hot sauce additions for economical recipe solutions. This budget-friendly recipe proves that exceptional ceviche doesn't require expensive ingredients while maintaining authentic flavors. The economical approach makes ceviche accessible to all budgets.

This is a quick and delicious appetizer/dip dish. I promise most guests will enjoy it. You can add Tapatio® hot sauce or cayenne for a more spicy taste.
Ingredients
1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked
3 Roma (plum) tomatoes, diced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 serrano chile peppers, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
¾ cup fresh lime juice, or more to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Mix imitation crabmeat, tomatoes, cilantro, serrano chiles, and green onion together in a large bowl. Pour lime juice over the crabmeat mixture and gently mix; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
105 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
19g | Carbs |
8g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
Calories 105 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 1% |
Cholesterol 18mg | 6% |
Sodium 769mg | 33% |
Total Carbohydrate 19g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 5% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 8g | 15% |
Vitamin C 19mg | 21% |
Calcium 26mg | 2% |
Iron 1mg | 3% |
Potassium 253mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.