Classic Peruvian-Style Fish Ceviche Recipe

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J. Kenji López-Alt
Kenji Lopez Alt
J. Kenji López-Alt
Culinary Consultant
Kenji is the former culinary director for Serious Eats and a current culinary consultant for the site. He is also a New York Times food columnist and the author of The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science.
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Updated Aug. 30, 2018
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Note: Ceviche is best when it's served within 5 to 30 minutes after marinating. Use the freshest fish available. Medium shrimp or scallops cut into 1/2-inch chunks can be substituted for fish.

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Active: 5 mins
Total: 10 mins
Serves: 4 to 6 servings

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh ocean fish such as sea bass, grouper, or striped bass, cut into 1/4-inch slices (see note)
  • 1/2 cup lemon, lime, or sour orange juice, or a combination
  • 1 small red onion, finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers, ribs and seeds removed, rinsed, and finely minced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine fish, juice, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño in a large bowl and gently fold with your hands to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Allow to marinate for at least 5 minutes, folding occasionally. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately with boiled corn and sweet potatoes, if desired.

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