Cooking Unscripted: Episode 8 | Preparing The Lebanese "Samkeh Harrah" with Prunes. Sharing Stories

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often less expensive.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili offers a vibrant flavor, while black pepper is more common.

Prepare fish fillets by rinsing and patting dry.

Mix tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.

Spread the tahini mixture over the fish fillets, ensuring they are well coated.

Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the marinated fish fillets on the grill.

Cook the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and flaky.

While the fish cooks, chop onion and tomato for garnish.

Remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Serve the fish on a platter, garnished with chopped parsley, onion, and tomato.

Accompany with pita bread and pickles.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens