BHA & BHT Free White Fish Ceviche with Turmeric & Ginger
Fresh citrus does all the heavy lifting here, "cooking" the fish through acid alone — no heat, no preservatives, no additives you can't pronounce. That matters because BHA and BHT are synthetic antioxidants that sneak into a surprising number of packaged and processed foods, including some store-bought seafood products and bottled condiments. Every single ingredient in this bowl is whole and recognizable: fresh white fish, real lime and lemon juice, grated ginger, ground turmeric, crisp cucumber, jalapeño, red onion, creamy avocado, cilantro, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. The turmeric adds a gorgeous golden hue and a warm, earthy undertone that plays beautifully against the bright citrus and the gentle heat from the jalapeño. After just 20 minutes in the fridge, the fish turns opaque and firm — silky, tender, and ready to eat. Folding in the avocado at the end keeps everything lush and fresh, making each bite a little different from the last. It's the kind of dish that feels impressive enough for guests but is genuinely simple to pull together on a weeknight.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh white fish (such as halibut, sea bass, or cod), skin removed, cut into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4–5 limes)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed, finely diced
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup english cucumber, diced into ¼-inch pieces
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lime juice, lemon juice, grated ginger, ground turmeric, and salt. Stir until the salt dissolves.
- 2
Add the fish cubes to the citrus mixture and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes, until the fish is opaque throughout and the flesh is firm and no longer translucent at the center when a piece is cut open.
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