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The invention of the dish is also attributed to places ranging from Central America to the Polynesian islands in the South Pacific.

In Ecuador, it is believed Ceviche could have also had its origins with its coastal civilizations as both Peru and Ecuador have shared cultural heritages ( such as the Inca empire ) and a large variety of fish and shellfish.

According to the book " Mexico One Plate At A Time " ceviche is not native to Mexico, despite the fact that the dish has been a part of traditional Mexican coastal cuisine for centuries.

It is believed that the Spanish, who brought from Europe citrus fruits such as lime, could have originated the plate in Spain with roots in Moorish cuisine.