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Mexican ceviche recipe with fresh lime and cilantro

Name: Mexican ceviche recipe with fresh lime and cilantro
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh sea bass or snapper, cubed; 1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed; 1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed; 1 red onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 8 corn tortillas; Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 avocado, sliced; 2 radishes, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; 1 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed; Salt, to taste

This traditional Mexican ceviche features tender seafood marinated in vibrant citrus juices with crisp vegetables and a hint of spice. It is the perfect refreshing appetizer to serve at your next gathering for an authentic coastal experience.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 15, 2025

Mexican ceviche recipe with fresh lime and cilantro — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Ceviche

For the Tostadas

For the Garnish

For the Dressing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 526 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Carbs: 35.75 g
Fat: 29.75 g
Fiber: 7 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2103 kcal
Protein: 140 g
Carbs: 143 g
Fat: 119 g
Fiber: 28 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb fresh sea bass or snapper cubed	520	124	0	5	0
1/2 cup lime juice freshly squeezed	28	1	9	0	1
1/4 cup orange juice freshly squeezed	28	0	6	0	0
1 red onion finely diced	45	1	11	0	3
1 jalapeño seeded and minced	5	0	1	0	0
1/4 cup cilantro chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper to taste	1	0	1	0	1
8 corn tortillas	440	8	96	8	12
Vegetable oil for frying	480	0	0	54	0
1 avocado sliced	234	3	12	21	10
2 radishes thinly sliced	2	0	0	0	1
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved	15	1	3	0	1
1/4 cup sour cream	120	2	3	11	0
2 tbsp mayonnaise	180	0	0	20	0
1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed	4	0	1	0	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Ceviche

1
Combine Ingredients
In a glass bowl, combine the cubed fish with lime and orange juice.
Tip: For the freshest ceviche, use seafood caught that same day and serve chilled.
2
Add Vegetables and Herbs
Add diced onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
3
Season
Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the fish to "cook" in the citrus juices.
Tip: Make sure the ceviche is well-mixed and fully submerged in the citrus juice to ensure proper "cooking." Pro Tip: Chill the ceviche mix in the fridge for an extra 30 minutes after marinating for enhanced flavors.