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Tiradito

A raw Peruvian fish preparation, sliced very thin and marinated in lime and aji amarillo, inspired by ceviche and Japanese nikkei cuisine. Served fresh as a light starter.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Leche de tigre

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Check the fish is very fresh, then fillet it, remove the bones and keep it chilled in the fridge.
  2. Slice the fish into thin diagonal slices of 3 mm, as for sashimi, then arrange them on a cold plate.
  3. Make the leche de tigre by mixing the lime juice, aji amarillo paste, grated ginger, salt and pepper.
  4. Finely slice the red onion and rinse it under cold water to remove its sharpness.
  5. Spoon the leche de tigre over the fish slices just before serving, so they stay firm.
  6. Garnish with the onion, chopped coriander and a drizzle of sesame oil.
  7. Serve immediately, with grilled corn and sweet potato if you have some.

Variations and tips

Nikkei version. Add a spoonful of soy sauce and a few drops of yuzu or lemon juice to the leche de tigre.

Easy swap. If you don't have aji amarillo paste, use a fresh yellow chilli finely chopped with a pinch of paprika.

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Original Ecomely recipe.