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A fish dish in the skillet.

Moroccan Fish in Spicy Tomato Sauce Chraime

Author: Veena Azmanov
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories: 15
Adjust Servings Here: 4 servings

Description

This Moroccan-inspired fish dish is simple, easy, and effortless. Also known as Chraime, this fish in tomato sauce takes less than 30 minutes to prepare. Made with fresh tomatoes, spicy paprika, and smoky cumin, this dish is bursting with flavor. You can serve it as a meal on its own with rice, couscous, or crusty bread.

Ingredients 

  • 2 lb (500 g) Fish (halibut, sea bass, tilapia, grey mullet)
  • 2 tbsp  Olive oil
  • 4 - 5 large Garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 2 cup Onion finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 4 cup (450 g) Fresh tomatoes finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Hot paprika
  • 1 tbsp  Cumin powder (I used 1 tsp)
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp  Black pepper
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Water
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley Chopped

Instructions

  • Sauté - In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the onions and saute until lightly caramelized, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    2 tbsp  Olive oil, 4 - 5 large Garlic cloves, 2 cup Onion
  • Spices - Add the spices and tomato paste. Sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
    2 tbsp Tomato paste, 2 tbsp Smoked paprika, 1 tbsp Hot paprika, 1 tbsp  Cumin powder
  • Tomatoes - Add the chopped tomatoes and combine well. Cover the pot and let simmer for 10 minutes. Then, mash the softened tomatoes with a vegetable masher.
    4 cup Fresh tomatoes
  • Fish - Add the water and combine well. Then gently place the fish pieces in the tomato sauce, tucking them into the sauce.
    2 lb Fish , 1 cup Water
  • Simmer - Cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes. Flip the fish and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle some cilantro or parsley. Cover the pan and cook another 5 to 8 minutes until the fish is ready.
    1 tsp Kosher salt, 1 tsp  Black pepper
  • Garnish - When done, taste and adjust the seasoning. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
    ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley
  • Enjoy!

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