2 pounds fresh swordfish steaks , halibut or shark steaks Juice of 5 limes or small lemons 1/8 cup chopped onion 4 serrano chilis, chopped (or 1 teaspoon Tabasco) 1/8 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon vinegar 1/8 teaspoon thyme. 1 tablespoon chopped parsley. 1/2 cup fresh red pepper or pimiento, chopped Salt and pepper to taste
1. Cut the fish into 1/2-inch cubes, place with the lime or lemon juice in an earthenware or glass covered bowl, and refrigerate for 3 hours, occasionally turning the fish cubes with a wooden spoon.
2. Remove from the refrigerator and combine the balance of the ingredients with the marinated fish cubes; blend thoroughly using a wooden spoon. Refrigerate overnight before serving.