Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsColitaAguachile Recipe

Aguachile Recipe

Inspired by Colita
Time20m
Serves4

yellow tail, cilantro, tamarind, fresno, red shiso, crispy chapulines

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Ingredients

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Aguachile Ingredients

Method

Preparation Directions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Fish

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced yellowtail fish with lime juice, tamarind paste, and salt. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    Add the chopped cilantro and sliced Fresno chilies to the marinated fish. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.

  3. 3

    Plate the Aguachile

    Transfer the aguachile mixture to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with red shiso leaves and sprinkle crispy chapulines on top.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh aguachile!

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