Sheepshead Ceviche

Sheepshead Ceviche is a fresh, citrus-cured seafood dish featuring the mild, sweet flesh of the sheepshead fish, a species found in coastal waters of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. The fish is typically marinated in lime or lemon juice, then mixed with onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and sometimes tomatoes or avocado. It's a popular appetizer or light meal in coastal American and Latin American cuisines.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and very low in carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of healthy fats depending on added ingredients like avocado or olive oil. A typical serving provides a good source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals like selenium and phosphorus, with a calorie range of approximately 150-250 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin B12	3.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5.8 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	0.5 g

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Ceviche 'cooks' the fish through the chemical denaturation of proteins by citric acid, a technique with ancient roots in pre-Columbian South America. Sheepshead is a prized catch for its firm, crab-like flavor, which comes from its diet of crustaceans and mollusks, making it a uniquely flavorful choice for ceviche.