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MOROCCAN FISH TAGINE | Fish Tagine with Vegetables | Delicious Moroccan Tagine Recipe with Cod #DIFK

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Moroccan Fish Tagine

Cultural Context

Originating from Morocco, Tagine is a traditional dish named after the earthenware pot in which it's cooked. This dish embodies the rich flavors and spices characteristic of Moroccan cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and special occasions. Today, Moroccan Fish Tagine has gained popularity worldwide, with variations adapting to local ingredients and preferences.

MoroccanMAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tbs olive oil
1 crushed garlic clove
flesh of 1 preserved lemon
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp ginger powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp finely chopped coriander
1 tsp finely chopped parsley
1 tbs tomato puree
salt to taste
4 tbs saffron water
fresh lemon juice
white fish of your choice (cod fillets)
1 tbs olive oil
half an onion
1 carrot
1 small tomato
1 small potato
red and green capsicum pieces
handful of green olives
preserved lemon peel
finely chopped coriander and parsley

white fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric provides color and health benefits, while paprika is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola oil is cost-effective.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers similar flavor, and dried herbs are easier to store.

1

Prepare the marinade by mixing olive oil, crushed garlic, preserved lemon flesh, black pepper, ginger powder, paprika, cumin powder, cayenne pepper, chopped coriander, chopped parsley, tomato puree, and salt to taste. Add saffron water and fresh lemon juice.

2

Marinate the cod fillets in the prepared marinade.

3

Heat olive oil in a tagine or casserole pot over medium heat.

4

Add half an onion, diced carrot, small tomato, diced potato, and red and green capsicum pieces; sauté until softened.

5

Add the marinated fish and any remaining marinade to the pot.

6

Cover and cook until the fish is opaque and the vegetables are tender, adjusting cooking times as necessary if using a casserole pot or oven.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

taginecasserole pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Tagine de PoissonFish Tagine

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