Ceviche

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/ceviche

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the biochemical process?Denaturation of seafood proteins by citric acid from citrus juices
2. What is the UNESCO recognition?Peruvian ceviche is designated as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
3. What is ceviche and how is it made?Ceviche is a cold seafood dish that looks like it’s cooked with lemon or lime juice. The citrus juice changes the fish proteins, making the fish firm and safe to eat.
4. Why does ceviche taste so bright and tangy?The bright taste comes from the lime or lemon juice and the fresh onions, cilantro, and chili peppers that are mixed in. These ingredients add flavor and color.

Protein Denaturation: The alteration of a protein's native structure by external factors like acid or heat, leading to changes in physical properties.
Intangible Cultural Heritage: Living expressions of culture, including oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, rituals, festive events, and traditional craftsmanship.
Citric Acid: A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, responsible for their sour taste and its protein-denaturing properties in ceviche.