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Peruvian Ceviche

This authentic Peruvian ceviche is a vibrant celebration of fresh coastal flavours, combining firm white fish with a zesty citrus marinade known as leche de tigre. The traditional addition of steamed sweet potato and corn provides a wonderful contrast to the sharp lime juice and the gentle heat of the ají limo chillies. It is a sophisticated yet simple dish that relies on the quality of its fresh ingredients to deliver a clean, zingy finish.

As a diabetes-friendly option, this recipe is naturally low in fat and packed with lean protein. The inclusion of sweet potato offers a slower-releasing carbohydrate, making it a nutritious choice for a light lunch or an impressive starter. Serve it chilled immediately after marinating to ensure the fish maintains its delicate, buttery texture and bright, refreshing taste.

Ingredients for Peruvian Ceviche

  • 160ml fresh lime juice

  • 2 spicchi d'aglio, schiacciati

  • 1 tablespoon (packed) chopped fresh coriander leaves

  • 1/2 ají limo or habanero chilli, seeded

  • 1/2 small red onion, chopped

  • 120ml bottled clam juice (optional)

  • Sale kosher

  • 1 small sweet potato (about 230g )

  • 1 ear of corn, husked

  • 1 ají limo or habanero chilli, seeded, halved lengthwise

  • 450g fluke, flounder, or sole, cut into 1/2" cubes

  • 1 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced, divided

  • Sale kosher

  • Foglie di coriandolo

  • Ingredient info: Ají limo chillies are sold at Latin markets

  • look for habanero chillies at some supermarkets and at Latin markets.

How to make Peruvian Ceviche

Set a fine-mesh sieve over a small bowl. Purée first 4 ingredients and 4 large ice cubes in a blender until smooth. Add onion; pulse 3-4 times. Strain liquid into a medium bowl. Stir in clam juice, if desired; season with salt. Cover and chill.

Pour water into a large pot fitted with a steamer basket to a depth of 1"; bring to a boil. Add sweet potato, cover, and cook until just fork-tender, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool.

Meanwhile, add more water to same pot, if needed, to measure 1"; bring to a boil. Add ear of corn to pot and steam until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool completely.

Halve potato lengthwise. Using a small melon baller, scoop out potato balls and place them in a small bowl; set aside. Cut kernels from cob. Reserve 80ml kernels (save extra kernels for another use).

Rub a large bowl with cut sides of chilli; discard. Place fluke, 2/3 of onion, leche de tigre, and 4 large ice cubes in bowl; stir well. Let marinate for 2 minutes; remove ice. Fold in potato and corn; season with salt.

Using a slotted spoon, divide ceviche into small bowls or onto plates. Drizzle ceviche with leche de tigre from bowl; garnish with remaining onion and coriander.

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