Vida Recetas Editorial
Peruvian corvina ceviche is an iconic dish that represents the freshness and vibrancy of Peruvian cuisine. This ceviche is made with corvina, a white-fleshed fish with firm texture that perfectly absorbs citrusy and spicy flavors. The recipe combines corvina cubes with red onion cut into feathers, finely chopped limo chili, ground garlic, and fresh cilantro, all marinated in a mixture of lime juice and a tiger's milk made from fish trimmings, ginger, celery, rocoto, and cold fish broth. The result is a vibrant dish with a perfect balance of acidity, heat, and freshness.
Corvina is ideal for ceviche due to its firm texture and mild flavor, which is enhanced by the citrus marinade without falling apart. The tiger's milk, strained and refrigerated, adds a creamy depth of flavor that makes this dish unique. It is traditionally served with cooked sweet potato, lettuce, and choclo, which balance the acidity and add sweetness and texture.
This ceviche is perfect for a light lunch, a special dinner, or a gathering with friends. You can adjust the spiciness to your preference or substitute corvina with another firm white fish like sole or grouper. It is a recipe that celebrates Peruvian flavors and is a must-have in your culinary repertoire.
Prep
20 min
Servings
4
Cut the corvina fillets into medium cubes, removing any excess or unappealing pieces.
Slice the onion into feathers, and finely chop the cilantro and the ají limo.
Place the fish cubes in a bowl and add salt, minced garlic, and chopped ají limo, reserving the scraps for the tiger's milk.
In a blender, mix the scraps with ginger, garlic, celery, cilantro, salt, rocoto, juice from 2 limes, and cold fish stock.
Blend until well combined, then strain the mixture, refrigerating the tiger's milk until serving.
Before serving, add onion, cilantro, more ají limo, and the tiger's milk along with lime juice to the fish, stirring gently.
Serve immediately in a deep plate with sweet potato, lettuce, and cooked corn.
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is 0 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
