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Cómo Hacer Un Buen Ceviche Peruano Paso A Paso (Receta de Ceviche Bien Completa)

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Ceviche Peruano

Cultural Context

Ceviche Peruano is a celebrated dish from Peru, often regarded as the country's national dish. It showcases the freshness of local seafood, marinated in citrus juices, which chemically 'cooks' the fish. Traditionally served with sides like sweet potato and corn, it reflects Peru's coastal heritage and vibrant culinary culture. Today, ceviche has gained global popularity, inspiring numerous variations while maintaining its essence of freshness and flavor.

PeruvianPEmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 filetes Pescado blanco
2 dientes de ajo
1 cebolla morada
1 cdita de jengibre rallado
2 limones
1 lima
1 cucharada de caldo de pescado
1 batata
1 ramo de Cilantro picado
1 tallo de apio
1 ají limo
Maíz cancha o quicos
Hojas de lechuga

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onion adds freshness, while white onion is usually cheaper.

sweet potato

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash is nutritious, while regular potatoes are a cost-effective alternative.

1

Cut fresh fish into small cubes and place in a bowl.

2

Squeeze lime juice and lemon juice over the fish until fully submerged.

3

Add thinly sliced red onion and mix gently.

4

Add grated ginger and minced garlic to the mixture.

5

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6

Let the fish marinate for about 10 minutes until it turns opaque.

7

Chop fresh cilantro and add to the mixture.

8

Prepare sweet potato by boiling until tender, then slice.

9

Cook corn until tender, then cut kernels off the cob.

10

Serve ceviche on a plate with sweet potato slices and corn on the side.

11

Garnish with avocado slices and additional cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

cubingmarinatingslicing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardserving plate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Peruvian CevicheCeviche de Pescado

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