South Florida Lionfish Ceviche Recipe

lionfish

🥗Healthier: snapper

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Snapper is a lean fish with a similar texture.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell pepper adds crunch without heat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more cost-effective for dressing.

Slice the lionfish fillet on a sharp bias to break down the muscle fiber, keeping the slices thin.

Combine lime juice and lemon juice in a bowl.

Add soy sauce to the citrus mixture for saltiness and depth of flavor.

Incorporate wasabi paste into the soy sauce and citrus mixture, breaking it down before adding other ingredients.

Add diced tomato and jalapeño to the mixture for spice.

Mix everything together in the bowl, ensuring the fish is coated in the mixture, which starts the cooking process.

Add chopped mint, basil, and cilantro for freshness and vibrancy.

Finish with a sprinkle of orange zest for color and flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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