Light, fresh, and bursting with flavour, this ceviche pairs brilliantly with the Frans K Smit White.
An exquisite Peruvian delicacy, this Squid Ceviche is light, fresh, and bursting with flavour. The seafood is marinated in zesty lime juice, which cures the squid, rendering it tender and irresistibly tasty. Accompanied by creamy avocado and a hint of heat from chillies, it's an exceptional salsa canapé served in cocktail glasses or as a dip with tortilla chips.
This dish pairs brilliantly with the Frans K. Smit White, a unique blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. The wine offers a potent creaminess that's expertly balanced with a green edge, notes of elderflower, and a range of citrus undertones. The smokey finish beautifully complements the citrusy, zesty character of the ceviche, making for a pairing that truly stands out.
Note: Curing baby squid ceviche-style yields a very tender, fresh result. If you prefer your squid slightly firmer or more “cooked” (or if you’re dealing with thicker squid pieces), blanch it for 1 minute in simmering water, then cool in iced water and continue with the recipe as set out below.
Ingredients: (serves 6 as a canapé)
500 g baby squid tubes, rinsed
juice of 2 lemons and 2 limes
a pinch of salt
½ cucumber, diced
2 medium avocados, diced
1 cup baby rosa tomatoes, sliced/chopped
1 small red onion, finely diced
a small bunch spring onions, finely sliced
1 small red chilli, seeds removed and finely sliced
a handful fresh coriander leaves, roughly chopped
15-30 ml (1-2 T) extra virgin olive oil
salt & pepper, to taste
lime wedges, for serving
Method:
Lay the rinsed squid on a clean tea towel and pat dry. Slice the tubes thinly and place them in a medium bowl. Add the lemon & lime juice and salt, stir, cover and leave to cure in the fridge for 1 hour (up to 3). The liquid will turn opaque - drain it off before adding the squid to the rest of the ingredients.
Place the prepared cucumber, avo, tomatoes, red onion, spring onion, chilli and coriander in a wide bowl. Add the drained cured squid, pour over the olive oil, season with salt & pepper, then stir well. Keep covered in the fridge until ready to serve, then serve cold with lime wedges on the side.
About the Frans K. Smit Range:
“Respect what the vineyard hands you” ~ Frans Smit
Spier’s flagship wines: a fitting tribute to Frans Smit's decades of commitment to leading our winemaking team. These small-lot, complex wines consist of one red and white blend - both world-class collectables. Indulge in an elegantly wooded blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, along with a red blend that, depending on the vintage, is typically composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Shiraz.
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