Algerian Spiced Fish Tagine Recipe

Name: Algerian Spiced Fish Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped with heavy stems removed; 4 garlic cloves; 3 inches gingerroot, peeled and chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon anise seed; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt, to taste; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 lbs fish steaks (firm white meat); fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 4 ripe plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 cups eggplants, diced; 1/4 cup pitted black olives (Moroccan preferred); cilantro leaf, chopped (garnish)

Servings: persons

7 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped with heavy stems removed
4 garlic cloves
3 inches gingerroot, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon anise seed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt, to taste
1 lemon, juice of
2 lbs fish steaks (firm white meat)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
4 ripe plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 medium onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cups eggplants, diced
1/4 cup pitted black olives (Moroccan preferred)
cilantro leaf, chopped (garnish)

1
Place 4 tablespoons olive oil in blender with cilantro, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, anise, cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt and lemon juice. Process until smooth.
2
Cut fish in 4 or 6 portions. Season with salt and pepper. Place in dish, and coat with mixture. Marinate 2 hours.
3
Meanwhile, heat oven to 300u00b0F Place tomato halves in tagine or in baking dish. Brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt, and bake 1 1/2 hours, then chop coarsely.
4
Heat remaining oil in skillet. Add onions and peppers, and saute about 5 minutes. Add eggplant, and saute 5 minutes longer. Add tomatoes and olives. Season to taste.
5
Place mixture in tagine or in baking dish, or leave in skillet if it is ovenproof and has a cover. Place fish on top of vegetables. Cover tagine, baking dish or skillet. Place in oven to bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or simmer on top of stove over low heat, about 15 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

1151

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped with heavy stems removed, 4 garlic cloves, 3 inches gingerroot, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Algerian Spiced Fish Tagine falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Algerian Spiced Fish Tagine

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