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Moroccan Fish Chraime

This vibrant dish features tender fish fillets swimming in a richly spiced tomato sauce that's both comforting and exotic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 firm white fish fillets cod, halibut, or sea bass work great
  • 4 large garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes diced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add all the spices (paprika, cumin, caraway, cayenne) to the oil and stir quickly to create a paste. This blooms the spices and releases their flavors.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  • Add diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Carefully place the fish fillets into the sauce, spooning some sauce over them.
  • Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.