Moroccan Fish Tagine
Tender white fish in a fragrant, spiced tomato sauce with green olives and preserved lemon. One skillet, minimal prep, maximum flavor.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 245
- Protein
- 32g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add diced garlic and onion (1 clove minced, 1/4 onion diced); sauté until fragrant, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Stir in cumin and paprika, then add canned tomatoes with their juice and olives and preserved lemon.
Step 4
Nestle fish fillets into the sauce. Simmer uncovered until fish is opaque and flakes easily, 8–10 minutes.
Step 5
Scatter cilantro over the top and serve straight from the pan with crusty bread or couscous.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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