ceviche

noun

ce·​vi·​che sə-ˈvē-(ˌ)chā How to pronounce ceviche (audio)
-chē
variants or seviche
: a dish made of raw fish marinated in lime or lemon juice often with oil, onions, peppers, and seasonings and sometimes served as a snack or appetizer

Examples of ceviche in a Sentence

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The modest-size outdoor dining room serves an eclectic mix of dishes with big, fresh flavors, including a gorgeous halibut ceviche topped with a tangle of herbs and chile ($23), and a thick slice of miche bread topped with boquerones (fresh anchovies) and a ramp dressing ($18). Freda Moon, New York Times, 18 July 2024 Landgraf's seasonal courses celebrate his Japanese heritage, including raw bluefin tuna with seaweed vinaigrette, pine nuts and caviar, monkfish with creamed burrata, and several fresh ceviches. Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2024 When combining the ceviche ingredients, vigorously stir the olive oil with a touch of salt until it is emulsified. Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2024 Recipe: Damian’s Summer Ceviche This seasonal ceviche from Chuy Cervantes at Damian in the Arts District of downtown L.A. features a bright, citrus-y marinade, fresh local fish and loads of summer vegetables. CHEF TIPS! Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for ceviche 

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ceviche was in 1939

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“Ceviche.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ceviche. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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