Ceviche de Corvina

Ingredients

 * 1 lb. boneless, preferably white sea bass (corvina)
 * 1½ cups finely chopped onion
 * 1⅓ cups fresh lemon juice
 * ½ cup finely chopped celery
 * ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
 * salt to taste
 * ½ hot pepper finely minced (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Cut the into bite-size pieces and place in a glass bowl or container of at least 2 inches high.
 * 2) Add all the other ingredients, mixing well.
 * 3) The lemon juice should cover the.
 * 4) Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.
 * 5) Allow one day for to cook in the lemon juice and onions.
 * 6) Serve with crackers or saltines.