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A bowl of shrimp Ceviche Recipe with diced avocado, red onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime wedges in a tangy citrus marinade.

Ceviche Recipe

This fresh ceviche recipe transforms tender white fish with lime juice, crisp vegetables, and vibrant herbs into a refreshing no-cook seafood dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course (light)
Cuisine: Latin American, Mexican, Peruvian
Keyword: Best ceviche recipe, Ceviche recipe fish, Ceviche recipe Mexican, Peruvian ceviche recipe, Snapper ceviche recipe, Traditional ceviche recipe, Tuna ceviche recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Marination Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp knife (For clean, uniform cuts of fish)
  • 1 Cutting board (Preferably dedicated to seafood)
  • 1 Glass/ceramic bowl (Non-reactive (avoid metal))
  • 1 Fine mesh strainer (To drain lime juice)
  • 1 Citrus Juicer/Reamer (For maximum juice extraction)

Ingredients

The Fish Foundation

  • 1 lb Fresh white fish - Sushi-grade cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 cup Fresh lime juice - About 8–10 limes
  • ½ cup Red onion - Finely diced
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro - Chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño or serrano pepper - Finely minced
  • To taste Sea salt - Adjust to preference

The Flavor Enhancers

  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes - Ripe firm
  • 1 cup Cucumber - Peeled seeded, diced
  • 1 Avocado - Add just before serving
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh orange juice - Optional balances acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil - Drizzle before serving

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp knife - Clean uniform cuts
  • 1 Cutting board - Preferably seafood-dedicated
  • 1 Glass/ceramic bowl - Non-reactive
  • 1 Fine mesh strainer - To drain lime juice
  • 1 Citrus juicer/reamer - For fresh citrus juice

Instructions

  • Cut the fish into uniform half-inch cubes and cover them completely with fresh lime juice.
    Cubes of raw white fish marinating in lime juice with fresh cilantro and lime wedges in a glass bowl.
  • Drain excess lime juice but save a little, then mix in onion, peppers, cilantro, and season with salt.
    A fresh salad of diced tomatoes and cucumbers with cilantro and a lime wedge in a white bowl.
  • Gently fold in tomatoes and cucumber, add back some lime juice if needed, and chill before serving.
    A colorful mixture of diced red onion, peppers, tomato, and cilantro tossed together in a black bowl.
  • Add diced avocado just before serving, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
    A bowl of shrimp Ceviche Recipe with diced avocado, red onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime wedges in a tangy citrus marinade.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 210kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 11g (4%) | Protein: 22g (44%) | Fat: 9g (14%) | Saturated Fat: 1.5g (9%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.5g | Cholesterol: 55mg (18%) | Sodium: 420mg (18%) | Potassium: 650mg (19%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 750IU (15%) | Vitamin C: 28mg (34%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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