Black Sea Bass Ceviche Recipe

black sea bass

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: cod

Tilapia is a lean fish that is more affordable and widely available.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano adds heat without significant calories; bell pepper is milder and cheaper.

sweet potato

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potato

Butternut squash is nutritious and similar in texture; regular potatoes are cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity; vinegar is often less expensive.

Cut the black sea bass into tiny cubes, trying to keep them as even as possible for even cooking.

Squeeze the juice of the whole lime over the fish.

Squeeze the juice of a lemon over the fish, making sure to remove the seeds.

Add finely chopped red onion to the bowl.

Add chopped jalapeño to the bowl.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Mix all the ingredients gently to combine.

Let the mixture marinate for about 30 minutes for the fish to turn white and tender.

Drain excess juice before serving to avoid a watery ceviche.

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