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Spicy Chraime — North African Fish in Tomato Sauce

Tender white fish poached in a vibrant harissa-spiked tomato sauce with herbs and garlic. Serve over fluffy herb rice with a scatter of microgreens for a restaurant-worthy weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
340
Protein
38g
Spicy Chraime — North African Fish in Tomato Sauce
elegantfreshisraelimediterraneanfishtenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add minced garlic, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add harissa paste and stir to combine.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in crushed tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. Step 4

    Nestle fish fillets into the sauce, season with salt and pepper, then simmer uncovered for 6–8 minutes until fish flakes easily.

  5. Step 5

    Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and taste; adjust salt and heat as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Spoon fish and sauce over herb rice, top with microgreens, and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid or foil to cover
  • cutting board and knife
  • wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • measuring spoons and cups

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