Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Dive into the bright, bold flavors of Ceviche, a classic coastal dish from Peru, where fresh fish is “cooked” in tangy citrus juices, mixed with crisp vegetables, and spiced to perfection. 🐟✨ This light, refreshing dish is perfect for warm days, bursting with vibrant ingredients like lime, red onions, cilantro, and chili. The citrus not only infuses the fish with zesty flavor but also gives it a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ceviche is the ultimate appetizer or light meal, often served with sweet potatoes, corn, or plantain chips for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
🔥 For the Ceviche:
☑ 1 lb (450g) fresh white fish (like sea bass, snapper, or halibut), diced 🐟
☑ 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 🍋
☑ 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
☑ 1–2 fresh chili peppers (aji amarillo or jalapeño), thinly sliced 🌶️
☑ ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
☑ 1 small cucumber, diced (optional for crunch) 🥒
☑ Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Sweet potato slices (boiled or roasted) 🍠
☑ Corn on the cob (cut into chunks) 🌽
☑ Plantain chips or tortilla chips for dipping 🍌
👩🍳 Cooking Steps
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Fish
1️⃣ Dice the fresh fish into small, uniform cubes.
2️⃣ Place the fish in a glass or ceramic bowl (avoid metal to prevent a metallic taste).
🍋 Step 2: Marinate the Fish
1️⃣ Pour the freshly squeezed lime juice over the fish, ensuring it’s fully submerged.
2️⃣ Add thinly sliced red onions and chili peppers to the mixture.
3️⃣ Gently stir, cover, and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until the fish turns opaque (this means it’s “cooked” by the citrus).
🌿 Step 3: Add Fresh Flavors
1️⃣ Remove from the fridge and drain some of the excess lime juice if desired.
2️⃣ Stir in chopped cilantro and diced cucumber (optional for extra crunch).
3️⃣ Season with salt and pepper to taste.
🍠 Step 4: Serve the Ceviche
1️⃣ Plate the ceviche with slices of sweet potato and chunks of corn for a traditional Peruvian touch.
2️⃣ Garnish with extra chili slices or a sprig of cilantro for color.
3️⃣ Serve chilled with crispy plantain or tortilla chips on the side.
Zesty, fresh, and packed with bold flavors—Ceviche is like a taste of the ocean with every bite!
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