Is Ceviche Safe to Eat? What You Should Know About the Latin American Dish

Are you asking yourself, is ceviche safe to eat? As ceviche is served uncooked, that is a question that most people ask before trying it for the first time. Here’s what you should know about the famous dish in Latin America.

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Ceviche, a dish of marinated fish or seafood served either raw or cooked, originated in Ecuador. The term comes from the Quechan word “siwichi,” which means fresh or tender fish.

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What Is Ceviche?

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Different Types of Ceviche

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Is Ceviche Safe to Eat?

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Is Ceviche Raw or Cooked?

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