Best 3 Traditional Ceviche Recipes

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Ceviche is a traditional Peruvian dish that has gained immense popularity worldwide. It is a refreshing and tangy seafood dish made by marinating raw fish or seafood in a mixture of citrus juices, typically lime or lemon, along with various seasonings. The acidity of the citrus juices "cooks" the seafood, resulting in a firm and opaque texture. Ceviche is often served as an appetizer or main course, and it is a staple of Peruvian cuisine.

This article provides three different ceviche recipes:

1. **Classic Ceviche:** This recipe is a fundamental introduction to ceviche, using fresh fish, lime juice, red onion, cilantro, and aji chili peppers. It is a straightforward recipe that showcases the simplicity and deliciousness of traditional ceviche.

2. **Shrimp Ceviche:** This recipe features succulent shrimp as the main ingredient, marinated in lime juice, red onion, cilantro, and aji chili peppers. It offers a delightful variation on the classic ceviche, with the shrimp providing a tender and juicy texture.

3. **Scallop Ceviche:** This recipe uses tender scallops as the star ingredient, marinated in lime juice, red onion, cilantro, and aji chili peppers. Scallops add a slightly sweet and delicate flavor to the ceviche, creating a sophisticated and elegant dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN CEVICHE



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This is Authentic Mexican Ceviche, I've had it several times in Mexico, and also have learned to cook Mexican food for my husband. Every time I make this it's a hit.

Provided by PHXGURL

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 large lemons, juiced
1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
tomato and clam juice cocktail
2 white onions, finely chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 bunch radishes, finely diced
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a bowl (You may either coarsely chop the shrimp, or leave them whole, depending on your preference.) Add lemon, covering shrimp completely. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until opaque and slightly firm.
  • Add tomatoes, onions, cucumber, radishes, and garlic; toss to combine. Gradually add cilantro and jalapenos to desired taste (jalapeno will grow stronger while marinating). Stir in tomato and clam juices to desired consistency. Cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 86.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 732.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CEVICHE



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This Latin American dish of fish cured in lime juice by James Martin is fresh, vibrant and healthy

Provided by James Martin

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield Serves 6 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 10

500g firm white fish fillets, such as haddock, halibut or pollack, skinned and thinly sliced
juice 8 limes (250ml/9fl oz), plus extra wedges to serve
1 red onion , sliced into rings
handful pitted green olives , finely chopped
2-3 green chillies , finely chopped
2-3 tomatoes , seeded and chopped into 2cm pieces
bunch coriander , roughly chopped
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
good pinch caster sugar
tortilla chips , to serve

Steps:

  • In a large glass bowl, combine the fish, lime juice and onion. The juice should completely cover the fish; if not, add a little more. Cover with cling film and place in the fridge for 1 hr 30 mins.
  • Remove the fish and onion from the lime juice (discard the juice) and place in a bowl. Add the olives, chilies, tomatoes, coriander and olive oil, stir gently, then season with a good pinch of salt and sugar. This can be made a couple of hours in advance and stored in the fridge. Serve with tortilla chips to scoop up the ceviche and enjoy with a glass of cold beer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

BASIC CEVICHE



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Super light and refreshing. I use the recipe without the fish (reduce the lime juice) as a topper for grilled tuna. Serves 4 as a lunch, 8 as an appetizer.

Provided by Spencer & Serena

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood     Fish Soup Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound halibut, cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup lime juice
1 large tomato, seeded and diced
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
⅓ cup diced green bell pepper
⅓ cup chopped green onion
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped, or to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place fish into a flat dish; cover with lime juice. Chill fish in refrigerator until tender and opaque, at least 3 hours. Drain lime juice.
  • Mix tomato, cilantro, green bell pepper, green onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl; add fish and stir. Chill in refrigerator until flavors blend, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 21.1 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 12.8 g, Sodium 37.4 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use the freshest seafood possible. This will ensure that your ceviche is as flavorful and delicious as possible.
  • Choose a firm, white-fleshed fish. Some good options include sea bass, halibut, and tilapia.
  • Cut the fish into small, bite-sized pieces. This will help the ceviche marinate more evenly.
  • Use a variety of citrus juices. Lime juice is the traditional choice, but you can also use lemon juice, orange juice, or grapefruit juice. This will help to create a more complex flavor profile.
  • Add other flavorful ingredients. Some good options include chopped onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado. You could also try adding a bit of chili pepper for a spicy kick.
  • Marinate the ceviche for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the fish to absorb the flavors of the citrus juices and other ingredients.
  • Serve the ceviche chilled. Ceviche is best served cold, so make sure to chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Ceviche is a refreshing and delicious dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Be sure to follow the tips above to make the best ceviche possible.

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