Ceviche

Origin: Peru

Ceviche, a traditional dish from Peru
Photo of Ceviche via Wikimedia Commons.

A dish with roots potentially dating back 2,000 years to ancient coastal civilizations. The technique uses fruit acid to chemically "cook" raw seafood without heat, denaturing proteins to create a firm texture.

Key ingredients

  • fresh white fish
  • lime juice
  • red onions
  • aji limo peppers
  • cilantro
  • sweet potato
  • choclo corn

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