Classic Spicy Moroccan Fish: A Delicious Adventure in Flavor
Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this classic spicy fish dish, featuring a rich and aromatic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds white fish fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes and lemon juice, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Gently place fish fillets in the sauce, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until fish is cooked through.
- Finish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with couscous or rice.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Moroccan Fish, Spicy Fish, Classic Fish Dish