Charming Chameleon Ceviche
This ceviche is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer party or a light lunch. The fresh fish is marinated in a citrusy lime and lemon juice mixture, which cooks the fish and infuses it with flavor. The red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper add a bit of spice and crunch to the dish. Serve this ceviche chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Ceviche is a traditional Latin American dish that is made with fresh fish or seafood that is marinated in a citrusy sauce. The word "ceviche" comes from the Spanish word "escabeche", which means "to pickle". Ceviche is thought to have originated in Peru, where it was originally made with raw fish that was marinated in a mixture of lime juice, salt, and peppers. Over time, ceviche has evolved into a variety of different recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. This recipe for Charming Chameleon Ceviche is a modern take on the classic dish. It uses fresh snapper, halibut, or mahi-mahi that is marinated in a citrusy lime and lemon juice mixture. The red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper add a bit of spice and crunch to the dish. Serve this ceviche chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dipping sauce.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh fish (such as snapper, halibut, or mahi-mahi), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a glass or ceramic bowl.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  3. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
  • The citrusy lime and lemon juice mixture cooks the fish and infuses it with flavor.
  • The red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño pepper add a bit of spice and crunch to the dish.
  • Serving the ceviche chilled allows the flavors to meld together and develop.