Where did ceviche come from?

It is said to be originally from Peru, but it is disputed. It is found throughout the Pacific coast of Latin America, in local varieties. Some sources attribute the first ceviche to the Moche culture in Peru but others claim that the Spanyards brought the method with the citric fruits at the colonisation of South America.

It is typically citrus "marinated" fish or any seafood with onion, coriander ("cilantro") and chili. The acid in the citrus actually cooks the fish without heat. Local varieties can have different ingredients, as vegetables and even meat.