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Zesty Cod Ceviche with Watermelon and Avocado Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no heat cooking)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including marinating time)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Latin American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Zesty Cod Ceviche with Watermelon and Avocado Delight is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for warm weather or light meals. The cod is gently ‘cooked’ in fresh lime juice, then combined with sweet watermelon, creamy avocado, spicy chili flakes, and aromatic mint. It’s a perfect blend of tart, sweet, and spicy flavors, ideal as an appetizer or a light main course.

Ingredients

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Fish and Marinade

  • 3.5 oz (100 g) Cod Fillet, diced
  • 3 Limes, juiced
  • 0.5 Shallot or Small Red Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes

Fresh Mix-ins

  • 1 Avocado, diced
  • 1 cup Watermelon, diced
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint, torn

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice from three fresh limes into a medium bowl, making sure to remove any seeds to avoid bitterness.
  2. Marinate the Cod: Dice the cod fillet into bite-sized pieces and gently fold them into the lime juice, ensuring all pieces are submerged for even ‘cooking.’
  3. Add Aromatics and Spice: Finely chop half a shallot or small red onion and mix it with one teaspoon of chili flakes. Add this mixture into the bowl with the cod and lime juice.
  4. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for one hour, allowing the cod to cure and become opaque from the acidity of the lime juice.
  5. Prepare Fresh Ingredients: While the cod marinates, dice the ripe avocado and watermelon into small, uniform pieces, and tear the mint leaves into smaller bits to release their fragrance.
  6. Assemble and Serve: After marination, layer the cod mixture with the diced avocado and watermelon in elegant serving glasses or bowls. Garnish with fresh mint pieces to add a vibrant finishing touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the cod used is very fresh and sushi-grade if possible, as it is not cooked by heat.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • Marinate only for one hour to keep the fish tender and avoid over-curing.
  • You can substitute the shallot with green onions for a milder onion flavor.
  • This dish is best served immediately after assembly to preserve the freshness of avocado and watermelon.

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