Description
Indulge in the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delightful Fish Tagine featuring ginger and saffron. This dish harmoniously combines tender white fish with fresh vegetables, enveloped in a medley of spices that create an unforgettable experience for your taste buds. In just under an hour, you can prepare a meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The infusion of ginger and saffron not only enhances the flavor but also adds a stunning golden hue to the dish. Serve it over fluffy couscous or alongside warm flatbreads for a complete culinary adventure that brings the essence of Morocco right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup vegetable or fish 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
- Prepare all ingredients by slicing vegetables and measuring spices.
- In a cast iron skillet or tagine, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté sliced onions and minced garlic until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced carrots, bell peppers, and tomatoes; cook for another 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in ground ginger, paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Nestle the fish into the vegetable mixture; pour in saffron water and stock around the sides.
- Cover and simmer on low for about 25–30 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- Garnish with preserved lemon slices, olives, parsley, and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg