Description
Savor the exquisite taste of Classic Spicy Moroccan Fish in Rich Sauce, a vibrant dish featuring tender salmon fillets simmered to perfection in an aromatic blend of spices. This recipe is not only quick and easy—ready in under an hour—but also packed with nutrients, making it a fantastic choice for family dinners or special occasions. The rich, colorful sauce complements the succulent fish beautifully, providing an unforgettable culinary experience that will impress your guests. Serve it alongside crusty bread or fluffy rice for a complete meal that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillets
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 serrano pepper, sliced
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 carrots, cut into strips
- 1 russet potato, sliced (optional)
- 6 garlic cloves, halved
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¾ cup water (adjust as needed)
- Sweet paprika
- Hot paprika
- Salt
- Cumin
- Turmeric
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables: slice bell pepper and peppers, cut carrots and potato into strips, and halve garlic cloves.
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add vegetables and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in sweet paprika, salt, cumin, turmeric, and tomato paste; cook for another 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add half of the cilantro and water; stir well. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Season salmon fillets with salt; gently place them into the pan to coat with sauce. Cook on low flame for 20–25 minutes, basting with sauce halfway through.
- Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg