Moroccan Fish Tagine with Ginger & Saffron
Moroccan Fish Tagine with Ginger & Saffron is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine. This vibrant recipe features flaky white fish simmered in a fragrant sauce enriched with ginger and saffron, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this tagine pairs beautifully with fluffy couscous or warm crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 inches fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 cup fish stock or water
- A pinch of saffron threads
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a tagine or deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until golden brown.
- Add garlic and grated ginger; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in canned tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, saffron, and any additional spices. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Carefully place the fish fillets into the sauce, cover, and steam on low heat for another 10 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
- Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Marinate the fish for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. - Feel free to substitute different types of fish or add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. - Serve with lemon wedges for an extra zest.