Hazelnut Free White Fish Ceviche with Turmeric & Ginger
Bright, citrus-cured fish with a golden tint from turmeric and a warm kick from fresh ginger — this ceviche is the kind of dish that feels both impressive and effortless. Fresh white fish like halibut, sea bass, or cod gets "cooked" entirely by lime and lemon juice, turning opaque and firm without any heat. The jalapeño, red onion, and cucumber add satisfying crunch, while creamy avocado and a drizzle of olive oil round everything out into something genuinely crave-worthy. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around fresh produce, citrus, and clean pantry staples, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut-based oils or cross-contamination from processing facilities. The turmeric does double duty here — it adds an earthy, slightly floral depth and gives the whole bowl a gorgeous warm color that makes it look like you spent way more effort than you did. Serve it straight from the fridge with extra lime wedges and maybe some tortilla chips on the side for a no-fuss dish that works as a light lunch, a starter, or the star of a warm-weather spread.
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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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