CURRIED SWORDFISH STEW

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Curried Swordfish Stew image

Martha's take on marak samak, a spicy fish stew that hails from Oman, relies on meaty swordfish and assertive ingredients like a homemade Arabic spice blend, caramelized onions and fennel, chiles, and tomatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 to 5 tablespoons ghee
2 medium red onions, chopped
1 small fennel bulb, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise, fronds reserved for garnish
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon Arabic Seafood Spice Blend
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 serrano chile, seeded and finely chopped
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 pounds skinless swordfish steaks, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Juice of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
Grilled flatbread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat ghee in a large Dutch oven over medium. Add onions and sliced fennel and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato paste, cumin, and spice blend and cook until aromatic, 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and serrano and cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and 2 cups water and bring to a simmer. Season fish with salt and pepper and add to pot. Simmer, uncovered, until fish is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper; gently stir to combine. Ladle stew into bowls; garnish with fennel fronds. Serve with lime wedges and flatbread, if desired.

Dean Reilly
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of swordfish, but I really enjoyed this stew. The curry sauce was very flavorful and the swordfish was cooked perfectly.


Paulus Taukuheke
[email protected]

I've tried many curried swordfish stew recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of spices and the swordfish is cooked perfectly.


Andrew Schott
[email protected]

This stew is so good, I could eat it every day. The flavors are amazing and the swordfish is cooked to perfection.


Mobolaji Sabitu
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new ways to cook swordfish, and this recipe didn't disappoint. It's a delicious and flavorful dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Fab
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Efe Smart
[email protected]

I love the combination of flavors in this stew. The curry spices really complement the swordfish.


Melbertine Eubanks
[email protected]

I've made this stew several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish for a potluck or party.


Rebul Ahmed
[email protected]

This recipe was easy to follow and the stew turned out great. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Iman Temi
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this stew. The curry sauce was rich and creamy, and the swordfish was cooked perfectly.


Bruno Toulouse
[email protected]

This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty, flavorful, and sure to warm you up.


Claire Lawson
[email protected]

I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It's now one of my favorite ways to cook swordfish.


Azmat Azmatali
[email protected]

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover swordfish. I added some extra vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


Md Angar Hosen
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly, but my stew turned out bland. I think I might have used the wrong type of curry powder.


Abba Aisami Tura
[email protected]

The curry sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the swordfish was cooked perfectly.


Sony Mahtani
[email protected]

5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Riza Muhammad SabiR Faisalabad Pakistan
[email protected]

This was my first time making curried swordfish stew and it turned out amazing! The instructions were easy to follow and the result was a flavorful and satisfying dish.


MD Shawon Mia
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of swordfish, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the curry sauce was divine.


Aqash Jutt
[email protected]

This curried swordfish stew was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly balanced, with the curry spices perfectly complementing the delicate taste of the swordfish.