Chraime - Fish in Tomato Sauce - Moroccan Fish Dish with Spicy Tomato Sauce

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

tomato paste

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes are lighter and healthier, while canned are often less expensive.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika provides flavor without the heat, and black pepper is widely available.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly caramelized, about 3-4 minutes.

Mix in cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes to release flavors.

Add water and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Stir in chopped carrots and bell pepper; simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Gently add the fish to the pot, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce.

Cover and cook until the fish is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes depending on thickness.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

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