Rockfish Ceviche with Tomatillo and Avocado Salsa

Recipes like ceviche and aguachile were developed by generations of fishermen and their families, with the knowledge that seafood or near-raw seafood tastes magnificent when marinated in tangy big-flavored marinades. The salt, chile, and acid in the preparation would have helped preserve seafood so none of it was wasted. Preparing raw seafood may seem intimidating, but shop in a seafood market you trust and it’s not too tricky. There is a bit of nuance, though: The longer the marinade sits