Craving a delightful and refreshing dish that bursts with vibrant flavors? Look no further than ceviche, a culinary gem originating from the coastal regions of Peru. This tantalizing dish features raw seafood, typically fish or shrimp, marinated in a zesty citrus-based sauce. With endless variations, ceviche offers a delectable fusion of flavors, textures, and colors. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey, exploring the art of preparing ceviche with avocado, tomato, and cilantro – a classic combination that showcases the essence of this Peruvian delicacy.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CEVICHE WITH AVOCADO, TOMATO, AND CILANTRO
Marinating fish in citrus adds vibrant flavor, and the juice's acid turns the flesh opaque and firms up its texture, so it looks cooked. Combined with bright aromatics, this dish is cool, light, and simple to make.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pour lime juice and orange juice through a sieve set over an 8-inch square glass baking dish. Arrange red snapper fillet in a single layer in dish (fish should be completely covered by juice). Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until fish is opaque throughout, about 4 hours. Drain fish well; discard marinade.
- Divide fish among four plates. In a large bowl, combine avocado, tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Serve fish topped with avocado salad and lime wedges alongside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 g, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
SCALLOP SEVICHE - CEVICHE WITH AVOCADO DRESSING
Food & Wine Magazine, June 2007. 3 hour marinating time for the scallops. Fresh and exciting flavors. Since I have never tasted a scallop ceviche now is the time.
Provided by Manami
Categories Spicy
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- PREPARE THE SCALLOP SEVICHE:.
- In a large glass baking dish, combine the lemon, orange and lime juices with the lime zest, ginger and chili.
- Add the sliced sea scallops in a single layer and turn them to coat.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate until the scallops turn white, about 1 hour.
- Add the scallions, red bell pepper, cilantro, olive oil and garlic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or for up to 3 hours for firmer scallops.
- MAKE THE AVOCADO DRESSING:.
- In a medium bowl, combine the avocado with the tomato, red onion, cilantro, chili and garlic.
- Fold in the lime juice and olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Using a slotted spoon, divide the scallops, scallions and red bell pepper evenly among 6 shallow soup plates.
- Spoon the avocado dressing on the ceviche and pour a little of the marinade all around.
- Serve immediately.
- **Though beer is the obvious choice with ceviche, the sweet scallops and sharp citrus flavors will find echoes in a crisp lime-scented Australian Riesling from the Clare Valley. Look for the 1998 Pikes or the 1998 Petaluma. Search for easy-to-find bright, citrusy Riesling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.5, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 158.6, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3, Protein 17.3
GRILLED CEVICHE WITH AVOCADO BUTTER
Provided by Mark Militello
Categories appetizer
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- If you use conch, cut off hard narrow end, and discard or grind it for conch cakes or chowder. Slice meat in thirds on the bias, and pound each piece flat between sheets of waxed paper with a meat mallet. For calamari, remove tentacles, and discard or reserve to deep-fry. Cut bodies in half lengthwise, and lightly score surface in crisscross pattern with sharp knife.
- In a medium bowl combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, wine, half the onion, thyme and salt and pepper. Add conch or calamari. Marinate 30 minutes.
- Heat grill or stove-top grill pan. Grill conch or calamari about 20 seconds on each side, until lightly seared. Set aside on a plate, 20 to 30 minutes. Mince, and place in bowl with any juices from seafood.
- Add bell pepper, tomato, jalapeños, olives, scallions, cilantro and remaining red onion. Mix. Dish can be prepared up to this point, covered, and refrigerated.
- Lightly beat 1/4 cup lime juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil together, and add to seafood. Fold all ingredients together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside at room temperature until ready to serve, no more than 30 minutes.
- Halve and pit avocado. Remove flesh, chop, and place in food processor or blender with remaining tablespoon lime juice. Process until smooth, scraping sides of container from time to time. With machine running, drizzle in remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Scrape container, and process briefly until well blended. With food processor, mixture may look slightly separated: if so, transfer to a bowl, and beat vigorously with a small whisk about 30 seconds or until mixture is smooth. If you use a blender, you may have to scrape container more often, but mixture will emulsify better. Season to taste with salt. If not for immediate use, cover and refrigerate up to 1 hour. If mixture starts to separate, whisk again before serving.
- Place a lettuce leaf in each of 6 martini glasses or wine goblets. Spoon in conch or calamari mixture. Top each with dollop of avocado butter and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 365, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 488 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
TUNA CEVICHE OR TARTARE WITH AVOCADO
Here are two versions of tuna tartare, one of them a classic ceviche. Be sure not to marinate the tuna in the lime juice for too long or the meat will turn grey.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield Serves four to six
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare the tuna and refrigerate while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- Place the onion in a small bowl, and cover with cold water. Let sit five minutes, then drain, rinse and dry on paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, combine the onion, garlic, chile, capers, avocado, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons of the lime juice. Toss together gently. Add the tuna to the bowl.
- Stir together the remaining lime juice and the olive oil. Pour over the tuna, and toss the mixture together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes, stirring gently from time to time.
- Just before serving, add the cilantro and toss together. Taste and adjust seasonings. Line plates with salad greens, spoon the ceviche on top, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 225, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 335 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use the freshest ingredients possible. This is especially important for the fish, as it will be eaten raw.
- Choose a firm-fleshed fish. This will help to prevent the ceviche from becoming mushy.
- Cut the fish into small pieces. This will help the ceviche to marinate more evenly.
- Use a citrus-based marinade. This will help to "cook" the fish and give it a bright, tangy flavor.
- Add other ingredients to your liking. Some popular additions include avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño peppers.
- Serve the ceviche chilled. This is the best way to enjoy its refreshing flavors.
Conclusion:
Ceviche is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer party or a light lunch. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a ceviche that will impress your friends and family. So what are you waiting for? Give ceviche a try today!
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