Ceviche

Ceviche
Belize
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh fish fillets (snapper, grouper, or any firm white fish), cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 lb conch, cleaned and cut into small pieces (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 8-10 limes)
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2-3 oranges)
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 1 small bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1-2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional)
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Fish

In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine the fish, shrimp, and conch (if using).

Pour the fresh lime juice and orange juice over the seafood, making sure it is fully submerged.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until the fish is opaque and "cooked" through.

Prepare the Vegetables

While the seafood is marinating, dice the tomato, chop the red onion, cilantro, cucumber, bell pepper, and jalapeño peppers.

Combine and Season

Once the seafood is marinated, drain off most of the marinade, leaving a little to keep the mixture moist.

Add the diced tomato, chopped red onion, cilantro, cucumber, bell pepper, and jalapeño peppers to the bowl.

Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add Avocado (Optional)

If using, gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving.

Serve

Transfer the ceviche to a serving bowl.

Enjoy your meal!