Here is the typical ceviche recipe. You could use red snapper or sea bass. Or if you prefer you could use shrimp. Each region will have its own version using the fish or seafood available in the region.
1poundred snapper filets trimmed and cut in ½ in. cubes
¾cupof lime juicefresh preferable
salt to taste
1medium size onionfinely chopped
3chiles serranos or 1 large jalapenofinely chopped
1cupof cilantrofinely chopped
½teaspoonof Mexican dried oregano crushed
2large tomatoesfinely chopped
Now these are optional but they make a great ceviche
¾cuppimento stuffed green oliveschopped
1avocado cubed for garnish
4tablespoonsof olive oil
Ketchup
Tabasco Sauce
Saltine crackers or fried tortillas chips to serve
Instructions
First marinade the fish in a glass bowl with the lime juice and salt. Let it macerated in the refrigerator while you chop the rest of the vegetables. Drain the marinade from the bowl. Stir in the tomatoes, peppers, onion, cilantro and oregano. Taste and add salt if needed. Marinade for a couple of hours in the refrigerator.
To serve, fill small bowls or cups and garnish with the avocado and green olives.
If using the catsup and olive oil stir in before garnishing. The Tabasco sauce quantity will depend of everyone’s taste for spiciness.