Houstonist: DIY Peruvian Ceviche

YelpHouston

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 10:59:26 -0600

I would eat that in a heartbeat.

coowen

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:29:38 -0600

Jax, you are so right about the peppers, but I was trying to think about what people could actually get at the store. I went to Central Market and found everything pretty easily, though I'm sure they have more authentic materials in ethnic grocery stores. I've heard good things about the Amazong Grill's ceviche, but haven't checked it out. I'm still hoping that Lemon Tree will move closer to town! VLL, I usually let it sit for about half an hour or so for everything to marinate. A good rule of thumb is to start eating when the fish is completely white (see picture)--if it is still somewhat clear, the lime juice hasn't finished its job yet!

VLL

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:20:53 -0600

How long does the fish have to sit in the juice?

Jax

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:05:11 -0600

I love ceviche, especially the Peruvian kind, but I think the real authentic Peruvian ceviche uses Aji Rocoto (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocoto). It might be hard to get rocoto chilies in Houston though. The Ceviche at Lemon Tree is pretty awesome, my only complaint is its so far away from where I live. :( There's a restaurant called "Amazon Grill" that makes something pretty damn close to Peruvian ceviche and it's inside the loop on Kirby. It isn't as good as Lemon Tree but it's close enough to get it whenever I am having a craving for cevichitos.