LA RECETA CUMBRE | CEVICHE DE CABALLA

mackerel fillets

🥗Healthier: sardines

💰Cheaper: herring

Sardines provide similar flavor and texture, while herring is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, and vinegar is a budget-friendly alternative.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers add crunch without heat, and banana peppers are often more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a fresh taste, while green onions add a mild onion flavor.

Prepare mackerel fillets by removing skin and bones.

Cut the mackerel into small cubes.

Place the mackerel in a bowl and cover with lime juice.

Marinate for 15-20 minutes until fish appears opaque.

Finely chop red onion and add to the bowl.

Chop cilantro and jalapeño, then mix into the ceviche.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Dice avocado and tomato, gently folding them in last.

Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Serve chilled with tortilla chips or on its own.

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