The Classic Fish Tagine with Chermoula is one of the most well-known dishes from Moroccan cuisine.
Servings 8People
Course Main Course
Cuisine Moroccan
Ingredients
For the Chermoula:
1cupfresh cilantro, chopped
1cupfresh parsley, chopped
6cloves garlic, minced
2tbsppaprika
2tspground cumin
1tspsalt
1tspblack pepper
1/2cupolive oil
1/4cupfresh lemon juice
For the Tagine:
2pounds firm white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), cut into 2-inch pieces
2onions, chopped
4carrots, peeled and chopped
4potatoes, peeled and chopped
2cupschicken or vegetable broth
1preserved lemon, chopped (optional)
tspsaffron threads, crushed (optional)
1/2cupgreen olives, pitted
1/4cupfresh cilantro, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Equipment
Large mixing bowl
Cutting board and knife
Tagine or heavy-bottomed pot with a lid
wooden spoon
Method
In a large bowl, combine all the chermoula ingredients and mix well. Set aside.
In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, add the onions, carrots, and potatoes. Layer the fish on top.
Pour the chermoula over the fish and vegetables, making sure everything is well coated. Add the chicken or vegetable broth, preserved lemon, saffron (if using), and green olives.
Cover the tagine or pot and cook over low heat for 45-50 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving.
Make sure to use fresh herbs and spices for the chermoula for the best flavor.Cut the vegetables into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.If using a tagine, it’s important to season it before use by soaking it in water for a fewhours, then rubbing the inside with oil to prevent cracking and sticking.You can add other vegetables to the tagine such as bell peppers, zucchini, or eggplant.