Cure the fish in the leche de tigre just long enough to turn opaque at the edges but still raw at the center, then serve immediately before the acid cooks it stiff.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep20 min
Cook0 min
Makes4 servings
CuisinePeruvian
Cost$$$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Contains fish
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for4servings
Firm white fish (corvina or sea bass), skinless
1.25 lb
1.25 lb
Local / market
Fresh lime juice
1 cup
1 cup
Local / market
Red onion, thinly sliced
1 medium
1 medium
Local / market
Aji limo or habanero, minced
1
1
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Cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp
3 tbsp
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Garlic clove, grated
1
1
Local / market
Sweet potato, boiled
1 large
1 large
Local / market
Choclo or corn on the cob, boiled
1 ear
1 ear
Local / market
Salt
to taste
to taste
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer●●●●●Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
Cut the fish into 3/4-inch cubes and chill while you work. Keeping it cold slows the cure and keeps the texture clean.5 min
Grate the garlic, mince the chili, and combine with lime juice, a little grated fish or a splash of cold water, and salt to build the leche de tigre.5 min
Rinse the sliced onion under cold water to tame its bite, then drain well.3 min
Toss the fish with the leche de tigre and let it cure 2 to 4 minutes, until the outside turns opaque but centers stay raw.4 min
Fold in onion and cilantro. Plate at once with slices of boiled sweet potato and kernels of choclo.3 min
Can you make Ceviche Peruano in an air fryer? — Not needed
No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.
Can you freeze Ceviche Peruano? — Yes
Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.
Can you make Ceviche Peruano ahead of time? — Best fresh
Best made fresh and served soon — it loses its edge standing around. You can prep the parts ahead, but finish and serve it close to the table.
Is Ceviche Peruano gluten-free? — Yes
Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.
Is Ceviche Peruano vegan? — No
No — it contains seafood, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.
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