Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Classic Spicy Moroccan Fish in Rich Sauce, a dish that beautifully showcases tender salmon fillets simmered in a medley of aromatic spices. This one-pot meal is a celebration of Moroccan cuisine, perfect for both casual dinners and special gatherings. The rich sauce, infused with garlic and fresh vegetables, elevates the fish, making it deeply satisfying and healthy. With straightforward preparation steps, even novice cooks can impress their guests with this delightful recipe. Serve it alongside fluffy couscous or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillets (or your choice of fish)
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 serrano pepper (or 2 jalapeños)
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Spices: sweet paprika, hot paprika, cumin, turmeric
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers, serrano pepper, garlic, and carrots; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in sweet paprika, salt, cumin, turmeric, and tomato paste; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add half the cilantro and ¾ cup water; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and place them in the pan, ensuring they are partly submerged in sauce. Cover and cook on low for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve garnished with lemon slices and additional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg