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Classic Ceviche Recipe

This Ceviche Recipe is not only super simple, but it's also so impressive served at a party. Boiled fish is marinated in a citrus blend, then tossed with diced onion, tomato, cucumber, pepper, and cilantro for a fresh burst of flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Marinading:30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Latin American
Servings: 8
Author: Jennifer Deppa

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. white fish such as seabass, cod, or sole
  • ½ cup lime juice fresh
  • ¼ cup orange juice fresh
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice fresh
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • ½ cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded finely diced
  • 1 cup tomatoes finely diced
  • 1 cup seedless cucumber finely diced
  • 1 cup avocado finely diced
  • ½ cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 - 1½ tsp. salt to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cut fish into ½-inch pieces. Once the water is boiling, add fish and cook for 1 minute, or until it’s cooked through and no longer translucent.
  • Immediately remove the fish so it stops cooking and immerse in a large bowl that is filled with ice water. Once the fish is cool enough to touch, drain it in a colander.
  • Combine the lime juice, lemon juice, orange juice, olive oil, fish and salt in a large bowl. Gently stir the fish until it’s coated in the sauce, being very careful not to overmix it and break apart the fish too much. Marinade in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • While the shrimp are marinating, finely dice the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and jalapeño. Mix vegetables in with the shrimp. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least another 10 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir in avocado and cilantro. Serve with baked tortilla chips or over chicken and enjoy!

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Notes

Meal Prep and Storage

  • How to prep ahead of time: Fish ceviche ingredients can be prepared up to a day or two in advance if stored in the fridge, but wait to mix in the marinade, cilantro, and avocado until ready to serve.
  • How to store: Place any leftover ceviche in an airtight container with plastic wrap tightly covering the surface. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. The plastic keeps the avocado from being exposed to air and turning brown.
  • How to freeze: You should not freeze ceviche due the ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg