Yucatan-Style Fish Ceviche

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Yucatan peninsula with this modern twist on a classic fish ceviche. Refreshing and colorful, this dish highlights the perfect balance of citrusy marinated white fish, juicy mango, and a fiery kick from habanero chile, making it an ideal appetizer or light main course.

Ingredients

🐟 2 ½ pounds white fish, e.g., huachinango or sierra
🍋 Juice of 12 limes
🧂 1 tablespoon salt for marinating, plus additional to taste
🧅 ½ white onion, diced into small cubes
🧅 ½ red onion, diced into small cubes
🍅 3 tomatoes, deseeded and diced into small cubes
🥭 1 cup mango, diced into small cubes
🥒 1 cup cucumber, peeled, deseeded, and diced into small cubes
🌿 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
🌶️ 1 habanero chile, finely chopped; additional strips for garnish
🫒 ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
🌶️ ½ teaspoon black pepper
🥑 1 avocado, sliced for garnish
🌽 Blue and white corn tortilla chips

Instructions

1- Prepare the Fish:

• Cube the 2 ½ pounds of white fish into small pieces and place them in a large white oval mixing bowl.
• Pour the juice of 12 limes over the fish and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of salt.
• Let the fish marinate in the lime juice and salt for 30 minutes. This process will "cook" the fish using the acidity of the lime.

2- Combine Ingredients:

• After marinating, drain the fish thoroughly.
• Add the following to the drained fish: diced white onion, diced red onion, deseeded and diced tomatoes, diced mango, peeled and deseeded diced cucumber, chopped cilantro, and finely chopped habanero chile.
• Drizzle with ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
• Adjust salt to taste, mixing all ingredients thoroughly.

3- Chill and Serve:

• Refrigerate the ceviche for an additional 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
• Serve the ceviche in clear glass short glasses or small bowls.
• Garnish with avocado slices and thin strips of habanero chile.
• Accompany with blue and white corn tortilla chips.

Prep Time: Approximately 1 hour 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: No cooking required
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 15-20 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Equipment: Various small glass bowls and a large white oval mixing bowl, Metal serving spoon, Wooden salt cellar, Stainless steel manual pepper mill, Clear glass serving glasses or small bowls, Woven basket for tortilla chips

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure all solid ingredients are diced into uniform small pieces for a pleasing texture.
• Use fresh lime juice for optimal flavor and "cooking" of the fish.
• Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

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Yucatan-Style Fish Ceviche