Belizean Conch Ceviche Recipe

by McNab Editorial Team

Whether you are a shrimp, conch, or lobster lover, ceviche is the ultimate Belizean appetizer and snack. In fact, one of the best Belizean ceviches is made with fresh conch and there’s nothing better than enjoying it with some homemade corn chips on a hot, sunny day. Known for having the second largest Barrier Reef in the world, Belize is an abundantly blessed nation when it comes to seafood. Indulge in fresh seafood in Belize with this recipe for Belizean Conch Ceviche. 

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Conch Ceviche

recipe courtesy Elvi’s Kitchen, Ambergris Caye

Ingredients

  • 1-pound conch, trimmed, peeled, diced
  • 2 cups tomatoes, deseeded, diced
  • 1 cup cucumber, deseeded, diced
  • 1 cup onion, diced, rinsed with cold water
  • ½ cup cilantro, minced
  • 1 habanero pepper, deseeded, minced, optional
  • 12 large limes, juiced
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Wash and clean the conch thoroughly before dicing. Combine all ingredients and season to taste. Let stand in the refrigerator for 1 hour or more before serving. Immerse yourself in the Belizean cuisine and enjoy this delicious seafood plate.

*This Belizean recipe for conch ceviche is an excerpt from Flavors of Belize, Second Edition.

Belizean Conch Ceviche

If you're a seafood lover, ceviche is the ultimate Belizean snack. Try this Flavors of Belize recipe for conch ceviche!
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Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • 1-pound conch, trimmed, peeled, diced
  • 2 cups tomatoes, deseeded, diced
  • 1 cup cucumber, deseeded, diced
  • 1 cup onion, diced, rinsed with cold water
  • ½ cup cilantro, minced
  • 1 habanero pepper, deseeded, minced, optional
  • 12 large limes, juiced
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Wash and clean the conch thoroughly before dicing. Combine all ingredients and season to taste. Let stand in the refrigerator for 1 hour or more before serving. Immerse yourself in the Belizean cuisine and enjoy this delicious seafood plate.

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