World Flavors Cookbook

Conch Ceviche

Belizean queen conch tenderized and cured in citrus juice with habanero and vegetables — the jewel of the Barrier Reef's seafood.

Cuisine: Belize

Ingredients

• 400g fresh queen conch meat, tenderized
• Juice of 8 limes
• 2 tomatoes, finely diced
• 1/2 red onion, minced
• 1 cucumber, finely diced
• 1/4 habanero, minced
• Fresh cilantro
• Salt
• Corn chips

Instructions

1. Pound conch with a meat tenderizer until flexible.
2. Slice into thin strips or small pieces.
3. Marinate in lime juice for at least 30 minutes.
4. Mix with vegetables, habanero, and cilantro.
5. Season. Serve with corn chips.