Black Pepper Free White Fish Ceviche with Turmeric & Ginger
Bright, citrus-cured fish with creamy avocado and a golden hit of turmeric — this ceviche is the kind of dish that looks impressive but comes together with surprisingly little effort. The lime and lemon juice do the heavy lifting, gently cooking the fish until it's perfectly opaque and tender without any heat required. Fresh ginger adds a warm, aromatic kick that plays beautifully off the turmeric, giving the whole bowl a vibrant color and a depth of flavor you don't usually expect from something this light. Jalapeño brings just enough heat, while crisp cucumber and red onion keep every bite refreshing and textured. For anyone who needs to skip black pepper but still wants bold, layered seasoning, this recipe proves you're not missing a thing — the spice story here is told entirely through ginger, turmeric, and fresh citrus. Folding in the avocado at the end keeps it lush and intact, adding richness that balances the acidity perfectly. Serve it straight from the bowl with extra lime wedges and you've got a stunning, no-cook dish that delivers on every level.
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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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