Mexican Ceviche with Fresh Lime and Cilantro

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh white fish fillets, cut into small cubes
• 1 cup fresh lime juice, about 8-10 limes
• 1 cup tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 avocado ripe, diced

Method

1. 01
   Place the diced fish into a large glass or ceramic bowl.
2. 02
   Pour the fresh lime juice over the fish, ensuring all pieces are submerged.
3. 03
   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish turns opaque.
4. 04
   While the fish is marinating, prepare the vegetables by dicing the tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocado, chopping the onion and cilantro, and mincing the jalapeño.
5. 05
   Remove the fish from the refrigerator and drain off excess lime juice if necessary.
6. 06
   Gently mix the diced tomatoes, onion, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, and avocado into the fish.
7. 07
   Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
8. 08
   Serve immediately with tortilla chips or on tostadas for a complete dish.