Moroccan Fish Tagine with Ginger and Saffron
Discover the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delightful Moroccan Fish Tagine with Ginger and Saffron. This dish features tender white fish simmered in a fragrant sauce made from fresh vegetables and an aromatic blend of spices, including ginger and saffron. It’s perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, offering a nutritious option that’s both easy to prepare and impressive to serve. The rich colors and enticing aromas will captivate your guests, making it a showstopper on any table. Enjoy it over fluffy couscous or rice, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh herbs for that extra touch of flavor!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
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- 1 lb firm white fish (cod, halibut, or sea bass)
- 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 1 carrot (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 tsp saffron threads (soaked in warm water)
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup vegetable stock
- 1 preserved lemon (sliced)
- 1/4 cup green or black olives
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice all vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat; sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Add tomatoes, carrot, and bell pepper; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in ginger, saffron with its liquid, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the fish on top of the vegetables and pour in vegetable stock.
- Add preserved lemon and olives; cover and simmer on low heat for about 40 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and cilantro before serving over couscous or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg