BROILED FISH WITH CHERMOULA

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Categories     Fish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 to 2 pounds firm white fish fillets, such as halibut, mahi mahi, striped bass
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 recipe chermoula:
2 cups cilantro leaves (2 large bunches)
1 1/2 cups parsley leaves (1 large bunch)
3 to 4 garlic cloves (to taste), halved, green shoots removed
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
2 teaspoons cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, lightly toasted and ground
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (more to taste)
1/3 to 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, to taste
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Additional lemon juice and wedges or olive oil to taste

Steps:

  • chermoula: 1. Coarsely chop the cilantro and parsley. A scissors is a good tool for this; point it tip down in the measuring cup and cut the leaves. Then place them in a food processor and chop very fine, or chop on a cutting board. You should have 1 cup finely chopped herbs. 2. Place the garlic and salt in a mortar and puree. Add a small handful of the chopped herbs, and gently but firmly grind until the herbs begin to dissolve. Add another handful. When all of the herbs have been mashed, work in the spices, 1/3 cup olive oil and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more olive oil or salt if desired. Serve with grilled fish and/or vegetables, or with chicken. Fish: 1. Season the fish with salt and pepper. In a large baking dish combine the fish with half the chermoula and toss together until the fish is coated. If the chermoula is thick it may be easier to spread it onto the fish with a spatula. Refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes while you preheat the broiler or prepare a grill. 2. If using a broiler, line a sheet pan with foil and brush the foil with olive oil, or oil a shallow baking dish. Place the fish in the pan in a single layer. If desired drizzle on a little more olive oil or lemon juice. Place under the broiler, close to the heat (about 2 1/2 inches below) and broil 5 minutes. Check the fish; the timing depends on how thick the fillets are; figure on 4 to 5 minutes per 1/2 inch of thickness. It is done when it is opaque and you can pull it apart with a fork. Using a spatula, transfer the fish from the sheet pan or baking dish to a platter or to individual plates. Tip the juices in the pan over the fish fillets. Pass the remaining chermoula and lemon wedges at the table.

wonuola stitches
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This recipe is a great way to cook fish. The chermoula sauce is flavorful and aromatic, and it really elevates the taste of the fish. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I'll definitely be ma


Naema sadika
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I made this recipe for my family last night and they loved it! The fish was cooked perfectly and the chermoula sauce was flavorful and aromatic. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I'll defin


Aya Ayman
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This recipe is a winner! The fish is cooked perfectly and the chermoula sauce is amazing. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


ameer mavia
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe! The chermoula sauce is so flavorful and aromatic, it really elevates the taste of the fish. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I'll defini


Richpal Jat
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing! The fish is cooked perfectly and the chermoula sauce is flavorful and aromatic. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and it was a delicious and healthy meal. I'll definitely


Tebusweke Neithan
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I made this recipe for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the fish and the chermoula sauce. I served it with grilled vegetables and couscous, and it was a beautiful and delicious meal. I'll definitely be making this agai


Pugs Gaming
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This recipe is a keeper! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the chermoula sauce was out of this world. I served it with roasted potatoes and a side salad, and it was a meal that I'll be craving for weeks to come. Highly recommended!


Muneeb Ali
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fish, but I'm so glad I did! The chermoula sauce is amazing, and it really elevates the flavor of the fish. I served it with rice and steamed broccoli, and it was a delicious and he


Karma Tsang
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. The fish is always cooked perfectly, and the chermoula sauce is to die for. I like to serve it with grilled pita bread and a side of hummus. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner o


Muneeb Urehman
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chermoula sauce was flavorful and aromatic, and it paired perfectly with the flaky fish. I served it with roasted vegetables and couscous, and it was a hit with my family. I would definitely recommend this reci