in-depth guide to taking a moroccan vacation at tagine time, a delicacy that offers a unique and unforgettable vacation experience.
Swordfish steaks 2 (about 6-ounces each), thick cut
Moroccan spice blend 1 tablespoon (or make your own)
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon
Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper (optional) Pinch
Turmeric 1/4 teaspoon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Red onion 1, thinly sliced
Preserved lemon 1, quartered and thinly sliced
Cherry tomatoes 1 cup
Green olives, pitted and halved 1/2 cup
Chicken broth or water 1 cup
Chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup
Chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Moroccan spice blend (if not using pre-made):
o In a small bowl, combine cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and turmeric.
2. Season the swordfish:
o Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels.
o Season both sides generously with the Moroccan spice blend, salt, and pepper.
3. Sauté the onions and preserved lemons:
o Heat olive oil in a large tagine or oven-safe Dutch oven over medium heat.
o Add the red onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
o Add the preserved lemon and cook for an additional minute, stirring to release the flavors.
4. Assemble the tagine:
o Arrange the seasoned swordfish steaks in the tagine.
o Scatter the cherry tomatoes and green olives around the fish.
o Pour in the chicken broth or water.
5. Simmer and cook the tagine:
o Bring to a simmer, then cover the tagine and reduce heat to low.
o Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the swordfish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Garnish and serve:
o Remove the tagine from heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and parsley.
o Serve immediately with couscous or rice.
Tips:
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness.
• If you don’t have preserved lemons, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
• This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.
Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Moroccan Swordfish Tagine with Preserved Lemons and Olives!
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yo Foodies welcome back today we’re ditching the ordinary and taking a trip to Morocco by way of your taste buds get ready to unlock the magic of a Moroccan swordfish Tajin with preserved lemons and olives this ain’t your grandma’s casserole this is a symphony of flavors Savory Tangy bright and exploding with Moroccan magic so put on your comfy pants crank up the music and let’s embark on this culinary Adventure in ingredients swordfish steaks two about 6 oz each thick cut Moroccan spice blend one tablespoon or make your own ground cumin one teaspoon ground corander 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional pinch turmeric 1/4 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste olive oil 2 tablespoons red onion one thinly sliced preserved lemon one quartered and thinly sliced cherry tomatoes one cup green olives pitted and haved half a cup chicken broth or water 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup now let’s prep our Superstar the swordfish we want to get it nice and seasoned with a special Moroccan spice blend here I’m using cumin coriander paprika a pinch of cayenne for heat adjust to your preference and a touch of turmeric for that beautiful golden color don’t forget the salt and pepper if you don’t have a pre-made Moroccan spice blend no worries you can easily whip one up yourself at home in your beautiful Tajin or any oven safe pot with a lid will create a flavor base with olive oil onions and those magical preserved lemons trust me the aroma will have your mouth watering now nestly those seasoned swordfish steaks in the Tajin surrounded by Plump cherry tomatoes and Briny green olives pour in some chicken broth or water just enough to create a flavorful sauce carefully placing the ingredients in the Tajin pop that lid on and let the magic happen we’ll simmer this beauty low and slow allowing the flavors to meld and transform the swordfish into a Moroccan Masterpiece once the swordfish is cooked through and Flaky it’s time to reveal our Moroccan Marvel fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley add a pop of color and freshness there you have it my friends Moroccan swordfish Tajin a dish that’s both impressive mive and surprisingly easy to make so fire up your stove grab your Tajin and get ready to experience Morocco one delicious bite at a time don’t forget to like And subscribe for more foodie Adventures until next time happy cooking