Season 01 - Lunch / S01L11
Ceviche with Avocado and Tortilla Chips
Story
The sun glistened on the water as Don Luis sat under a palm tree, savoring the coastal breeze and the rhythmic sound of the waves crashing against the shore. 🌊☀️ Nearby, a fisherman unloaded his fresh catch, and a local chef, Don Paco, began crafting a dish that captured the essence of the sea. Don Paco worked swiftly, dicing the freshest fish, squeezing bright limes over it, and mixing in ripe avocado, cilantro, and just the right amount of heat. “Mijo,” he said with a knowing smile, handing Don Luis a tortilla chip piled high with ceviche, “this tastes like the ocean—fresh, vibrant, and unforgettable.” One bite, and Don Luis could feel the ocean breeze in every flavor. Now, it’s your turn to recreate this refreshing coastal classic in your own kitchen! 🏝️🐟✨ Prep & Cook Time
Ingredients
- For the Ceviche:
- 1 lb fresh white fish (snapper, halibut, or sea bass), diced 🐟
- 0.5 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed, about 4 limes) 🍋
- 0.5 cup lemon juice *(optional, for extra brightness)* 🍋
- 1 small red onion, finely diced 🧅
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely minced 🌶️
- 1 medium avocado, diced 🥑
- 1 medium tomato, diced 🍅
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
- 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
- 0.25 tsp black pepper 🌿
- 0.5 tsp cumin *(optional, for depth of flavor)* 🏺
- 0.5 tsp honey or agave *(optional, to balance acidity)* 🍯
- Tortilla chips, for serving 🌽
Instructions
- 11️⃣ Marinate the Fish:
- 2In a glass bowl, combine diced fish with lime and lemon juice.
- 3Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4The citrus will “cook” the fish, turning it opaque and firm.
- 52️⃣ Build the Flavor:
- 6Drain any excess liquid from the marinated fish.
- 7Mix in red onion, jalapeño, tomato, salt, pepper, and cumin.
- 8Stir well and let rest for an additional 5-10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 93️⃣ The Creamy Finish:
- 10Gently fold in diced avocado and fresh cilantro, taking care not to mash the avocado.
- 11Add a small drizzle of honey or agave, if desired, to balance the acidity.
- 124️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
- 13Transfer the ceviche to a serving platter and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
- 14Serve with crispy tortilla chips for scooping and enjoy this refreshing dish!
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