Description
A flavorful Harissa Fish Tajine recipe that combines spices, fresh vegetables, and firm white fish for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1/4 cup harissa paste
- 1 1/2 pounds firm white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet or tajine pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced red and yellow bell peppers, cooking for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper, stirring to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and harissa paste, mixing well. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently place the fish fillets into the sauce, ensuring they are submerged. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Stir in the sliced olives and chopped cilantro just before serving.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the fish.
Notes
- For a heartier meal, serve the tajine over couscous or quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Feel free to add vegetables like zucchini or carrots for extra nutrition and flavor. Adjust cooking times as needed to ensure everything is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: varies
Keywords: Harissa Fish Tajine, Fish Tajine, North African recipe