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Oka Ita (Tongan Ceviche)

Oka Ita (Tongan Ceviche) Recipe

Ceviche and other raw fish preparations are very popular in the South Pacific. This version hails from Tonga. Posted for ZWT 7.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Tongan
Calories 689.4 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 lb tuna, filets (sushi grade)
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 green pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 -3 hot red chili pepper, diced (Serrano or Thai)
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1 cup lime juice, fresh
  • 2 cups coconut milk, lite is preferred
  • salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Chill all ingredients until cold, prior to making. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  • Season and serve immediately.The ota ika will separate if not eaten on the same day.
  • Serve with additional chillies on the side.

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Nutrition

Serving: 374gCalories: 689.4kcalCarbohydrates: 89.1gProtein: 22.9gFat: 28.6gSaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 32.3mgSodium: 92.9mgFiber: 2gSugar: 80.4g
Keyword < 15 Mins, Easy, No-Cook
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