In summer or any time of year, one of our all-time favoriteno-cook recipes: Ceviche.

What is ceviche, exactly, and what sets it apart from other raw fish dishes?

What Is Ceviche?

ceviche in glasses

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In Peru, corvina fish is popular, paired with Leche de Tigre diced sweet potato and corn.

These all reflect the local styles and flavor, Garces says.

Some cooks even go wild and customize their ceviches with duck or beef instead of fish or shellfish.

To me, it is almost more of a catch-all term for some citrus-marinated fish.

The world is your oyster in terms of ingredients.

Im all for creativity.

The dish is so broad and regionally diverse that its ripe for experimentation and creative liberties.

Season with salt and serve immediately.

We also love piling ceviche on top of a crispy corn tortilla for a fresh tostada recipe.

3 Bonus Ceviche Tips From Chefs

Now that youve got the answer to what is ceviche?

But before you do, well leave you with these parting tips from Garces and Kramer: