The lime juice "cooks" the scallops in this simple hot-weather favorite. You may substitute 1/2 pound of your favorite saltwater fish for the scallops.
1/2 pound scallops
Juice of 3 to 4 Mexican limes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ripe tomato, chopped
2 tomatillos, cleaned and chopped
1 fresh jalapeo, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 small clove garlic, chopped
Salt
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Marinate the scallops in a shallow non-reactive bowl in lime juice for several hours until they turn opaque. Gently drain, then add the remaining ingredients. Serve in small bowls with crackers on the side.
Makes 4 small servings.
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