Moroccan Shabbat Fish

Moroccan Shabbat Fish
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    82

Infuse your kitchen with the vibrant aromas of Shabbat with this exquisite Moroccan Fish. Tender tilapia simmers in a rich, spiced tomato and pepper sauce, creating a dish that's both comforting and deeply flavorful. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luscious sauce.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    62 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    36 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    303 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). (5 minutes)

02

Step
5 mins

Create a vibrant base by layering the sliced red bell peppers and tomatoes evenly across the bottom of a baking dish. (5 minutes)

03

Step
3 mins

Gently arrange the tilapia fillets on top of the vegetable bed. (3 minutes)

04

Step
3 mins

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the water, olive oil, paprika, chicken bouillon granules, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined. (3 minutes)

05

Step
2 mins

Pour the spiced liquid evenly over the tilapia fillets and vegetables. Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley. (2 minutes)

06

Step
2 mins

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam and ensure even cooking. (2 minutes)

07

Step
1 hrs

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the tilapia flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender. (60 minutes)

08

Step
10 mins

Carefully remove the foil during the last 10 minutes of cooking if you want the fish to brown slightly. (10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on fish fillets. The bones add depth to the sauce.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference. Start with less and add more as needed.
Feel free to experiment with other vegetables, such as zucchini, carrots, or potatoes, for added texture and flavor.
This dish is best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Danika Simonis

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 27 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Ryley Ondricka

    My mother-in-law, who is Moroccan, said this recipe is almost as good as hers! That's high praise indeed!

  • Triston Donnelly

    I love how simple this recipe is, but the flavors are so complex. It's a great weeknight meal.

  • Otto Herzog

    I made this for Shabbat dinner, and it was a huge hit! I added some sliced onions to the vegetable base, which added a nice sweetness.

  • Jena Mclaughlinmoore

    I'm not a huge fan of tilapia, but this recipe changed my mind! The spices are just right, and the fish was so moist and tender.

  • Melvina Steuberkris

    The smell while it's cooking is amazing! My kitchen smelled like a Moroccan spice market.

  • Vicky Beahan

    This recipe is fantastic! My family devoured it. The sauce is so flavorful, and the fish was perfectly cooked.

  • Elyssa Larson

    Easy to follow and delicious! I used cod instead of tilapia, and it worked perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.

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