Savor the Flavors
by Rosemary Riley
If reading about the exotic beauty of South America has you captivated, you may enjoy serving up a delicious meal inspired by this region. Try this scrumptious Peruvian appetizer recipe and bring the culinary diversity of South American into your home.
Peruvian Ceviche de Pescado
Ingredients
* 2 pounds of white fish (Mahi Mahi is an excellent choice)
* 1 cup of lime juice
* 1 clove of crushed garlic
* 2 red peppers, diced
* 2 finely diced jalapeno peppers (to your preference)
* Salt and pepper to taste
* 1 large onion, finely chopped
* 2 stalks of celery, finely chopped
* Bunch of finely chopped cilantro
* 2 lettuce leaves per plate
* 12 to 16 corn on the cobs cut into 2 inch pieces cooked as usual
* 3 or 4 sweet potatoes, boiled and peeled
* 6 to 8 lemons cut in half and placed in center of table
Preparation
Wash and de-bone fish and cut in 1/2 inch chunks. Season with lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Let it marinade for 1 hour (the lemon juice actually “cooks” the raw fish). Add onion, jalapeno and red pepper, celery and cilantro. Marinade for 1 more hour. Serve on a bed of lettuce and add two pieces of corn on the cob and a portion of the sweet potatoes. A Peruvian favorite!
Source: http://www.peru-travel-adventures.com/peru-recipes-food.html
For more recipes from South & Central America, visit www.colorfulsouthamerica.com/taste/
