Ingredients

  • 1 pound flounder fillets
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1 cup chopped ripe tomato
  • 1/2 medium green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 medium red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons chopped scallions
  • 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely minced (or to taste)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh coriander leaves

Method

  • Cut the flounder into half-inch dice.
  • Mix the fish with the lime juice in a glass or ceramic bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate for eight to 12 hours.
  • Drain any excess liquid from the fish.
  • Mix with the remaining ingredients, seasoning carefully to taste.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.