Poisson cru (raw \"lime cooked\" fish)

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsFish; firm fleshed such as snapper or yellowtail cut into 1/4\" dice
1cupFresh lime juice; strained
6dropsHot pepper sauce; OR taste
2tablespoonsSalt
3cupsRipe tomatoes coarse chopped
1cupGrated dry coconut
2cupsLettuce; shredded & chilled
Crisp crackers -=OR=-
Crisp thin slices of toast

Directions

In a non-metallic bowl, combine the diced fish with the lime juice, hot pepper sauce, salt and ⅙ of the tomatoes. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 12 hours.

About 2 hours before serving, drain off the liquid, add the remaining tomatoes and the grated coconut and mix well. Cover and refrigerate again.

About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the chilled shredded lettuce, mixing well. Drain and serve with crackers or unbuttered toast.

Submitted By IAN HOARE On 04-19-95