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Ceviche, and where to source it

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Nothing here is cooked with heat, so the fish itself has to be genuinely fresh; the lime firms it up but it can't rescue a bad piece. Timing is everything. Dice the fish small and even, then pull it the moment it turns opaque, around 20 minutes. Leave it any longer and the acid keeps working until the texture goes rubbery.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep25 min
Cook0 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineMexican
Cost$$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Contains  fish
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Fresh white fish
Sushi-grade snapper or sea bass; it must be pristine because nothing is cooked with heat.
1 lb
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Limes
The acid that firms and cures the fish; use enough to submerge it.
8 to 10
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Roma tomatoes
Seeded and diced for sweetness and body.
2
Local / market
White onion
Finely diced and rinsed to take the raw bite off.
1/2
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Cilantro
Chopped and folded in at the end for freshness.
1/2 cup
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Serrano chile
Minced fine for even heat throughout.
1
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Corn tostadas
The crisp masa base you pile the ceviche onto.
8
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Sea salt
A flaky finish that seasons the raw fish at the end.
to taste
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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
  1. CureDice the fish into 1/4-inch cubes, cover with lime juice, and refrigerate until opaque, about 20 minutes.
  2. ChopWhile it cures, dice the tomato, onion, and serrano and rinse the onion in cold water.
  3. TossDrain off half the lime, fold in the vegetables and cilantro, and season with salt.
  4. ServePile onto tostadas with avocado and eat immediately.
The Toolkit

Sharp chef knife · Glass mixing bowl · Citrus juicer · Cutting board · Slotted spoon

Straight Answers
Can you make Ceviche 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? — Yes

Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.

Can you make Ceviche ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.

Is Ceviche 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 vegan? — No

No — it contains seafood, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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