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Peruvian ceviche
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Peruvian ceviche

Classic Peruvian ceviche is an traditional entrée that consists of 4 ingredients: fish, lime juice, onions and chillies.
Course Entrée
Cuisine Peruvian
Keyword dairy free, fish, gluten free, Peruvian cuisine, Peruvian food, seafood
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 red onion
  • 500 g white fish fillet such as snapper
  • 5-7 limes juiced
  • red chillies such as birdseye, sliced (optional)
  • salt to taste

To serve

  • coriander
  • choclo (Peruvian white corn) or regular corn, cooked
  • sweet potato cooked

Instructions

  • Finely slice onion and soak in cold water. You can do this step a few hours in advance. When ready to start preparing the fish, drain onions in a colander.
  • Cube fish, mix with onions and place on a serving platter. Season with salt.
  • Cover with lime juice. Serve immediately or reserve in the fridge if you like your fish more marinated.
  • When ready to serve, check the seasoning and garnish with coriander. Serve choclo and sweet potato on the side.