I-Kiribati Coconut Marinated Fish

Ingredients

• 500g fresh raw tuna or reef fish fillets, cubed
• 1 cup fresh lime or lemon juice
• 1 cup fresh coconut cream
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 chili pepper, minced (optional)
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. 1Cut the fresh fish into small, even cubes.
2. 2Place the fish in a non-reactive bowl and pour over the lime juice, ensuring all pieces are submerged.
3. 3Let the fish marinate in the citrus juice for about 20-30 minutes until the flesh turns opaque, stirring occasionally.
4. 4Drain off most of the excess citrus juice, gently squeezing the fish.
5. 5Fold in the fresh coconut cream, sliced onion, diced tomato, cucumber, and chili if using.
6. 6Season with salt to taste and toss gently to combine.
7. 7Chill briefly before serving, if desired.
8. 8Serve as a refreshing main dish alongside rice or breadfruit.

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