Moroccan Fish with Peppers and Spices
Experience the vibrant flavours of North Africa with this Moroccan Fish recipe. This dish features tender fish fillets cooked with a medley of colourful vegetables and aromatic spices, creating a hearty and delicious meal. Whether you choose salmon or a white fish, the combination of peppers, cilantro, and warm spices will transport your taste buds to Morocco.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces of fish (4 oz each) – salmon or white fish
- Olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 long green pepper or 2 jalapeno peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2-3 carrots, peeled and sliced (optional)
- 1 russet potato, peeled and sliced (optional)
- 5-6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 3/4 – 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1/2 tbsp hot paprika (or more sweet paprika)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
METHOD:
- Bring the Ingredients to a boil:
Please cut the green pepper and the red bell pepper (or jalapenos) into slices.
Carrots and potatoes, if using them, should be peeled and sliced. - Cloves of garlic should be minced.
- Garlic should be chopped.
- Proceed with the Vegetables:
Take a big pan and place it over medium heat. Add a substantial quantity of olive oil to the skillet. - The red bell pepper, green pepper, carrots, and potato should be added to the pan after they have been cut. Sauté the veggies for around five to seven minutes, or until they start to get more tender.
- Add Garlic and Spices: After about a minute of sautéing, add the minced garlic to the pan and continue to cook it until it becomes fragrant.
A mixture of tomato paste, sweet paprika, spicy paprika (if using), salt, cumin, and turmeric should be stirred in this mixture. In order to blend, thoroughly mix. - Simmer the mixture while adding water: Depending on how much sauce you want, pour in between three quarters and one cup of water. In order to mix, stir.
- It is recommended that you bring the mixture to a simmer and allow it to cook for around five minutes so that the flavours may combine.
- The fish should be cooked by placing the pieces of fish in the pan and then spooning some of the sauce and veggies over the top of the fish.
- Cook the fish in the pan with the lid on for around ten to fifteen minutes, or until it is completely cooked through and readily flakes apart with a fork.
Include Cilantro: Just before serving, sprinkle the fish and veggies with the chopped cilantro that has been finely chopped. - For serving, place the fish and vegetable combination from Morocco on a tray that is designated for service.
- As soon as possible, serve this meal that is inspired by Moroccan cuisine, and take pleasure in its rich flavours and vivid colours.
Final Thoughts
This Moroccan Fish with Peppers & Spices is a wonderful and flavourful recipe that is ideal for a weekday supper or a special evening. It is suitable for any occasion. The mix of succulent fish, colourful veggies, and fragrant spices results in a supper that is not only tasty but also satiating, and it will take you back to the bustling marketplaces of Morocco. Savour this authentic flavour of North Africa with your loved ones and close companions.