Best 2 Tagin Samak Egyptian Fish Stew Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Egypt with Tagin Samak, a traditional and beloved fish stew. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, featuring tender fish fillets simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. Enhanced with an aromatic medley of spices, vegetables, and herbs, each spoonful promises a delightful symphony of flavors. Discover the authentic recipe for this Egyptian classic, along with variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Dive into the depths of Tagin Samak's culinary heritage and create a memorable dining experience that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Egypt.
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FISH STEW (MOROCCAN TAGINE)
This is a simple dish to make with a lot of flavor. Any of these firm white-fleshed fish can be used in this tagine; sea bass, stripped bass, red snapper, porgy, halibut, cod, haddock, or pollack. I adjusted the amount of lemon juice in this recipe after the reviews said it was too much. Thanks for the great input.
Provided by FDADELKARIM
Categories Stew
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Charmoula:.
- Blend the herbs together in a bowl with the garlic & vinegar until pasty. Stir in the lemon juice & spices.
- Tagine:.
- Cut the fish into 2 inch pieces. Rub each piece with the charmoula & then place into the bowl to marinate (at least 30 minutes).
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Slice the carrots in half down the middle. Peel the potatoes & slice thinly. Slice the tomatoes crosswise. Remove the seeds from the peppers & slice into large pieces. Set aside --
- Place the carrots across the bottom of a 9x13 cake pan (fat end, skinny end, fat end, etc). This becomes a sort of bed for the fish, keeping it from sticking to the bottom & assuring that there is always sauce underneath to give it flavor.
- Arrange the fish on top of the carrots. Dip the sliced potatoes into the charmoula & spread over the fish. Repeat with tomatoes & peppers. Sprinkle the garlic over the vegetables.
- Mix the remaining charmoula with the tomato paste, lemon juice, oil, & water. Pour this over the vegetables.
- Cover with aluminum foil & bake 35 minutes. Remove the cover. Raise the oven heat to the highest setting & move the pan to the uppermost shelf of the oven. Bake additional 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked & a nice crust has formed over the vegetables.
- Serve warm, not hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.1, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 152.3, Sodium 259, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 7.6, Protein 46.1
EGYPTIAN STYLE BAKED FISH (SANEYA SEMAAK)
This was first prepared by my friends husband, it was so good, I had to know how he did it. I made as below, changed his recipe alittle bit but is so so yummy. The orange does not make it sweet at all, rather gives it a smooth beautiful taste. Enjoy!
Provided by cooking in cairo...
Categories Egyptian
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Spray a glass baking dish with a bit of non-stick cooking spray, or rub lightly with Olive Oil.
- Wash the fish well.
- Slice the fish into medium size slices. Not too thick or thin, up to you.
- Lay the fish slices in baking dish.
- Sprinkle generously with cumin, salt, pepper, old bay spice and add a bit of garlic, keep the rest for top later. Squeeze the juice of lemon over this.
- Take remaining garlic, jalapeno, celery leaves and cilantro, add a half teaspoon of cumin and pound into a paste (using a mortar pestle or even a quick spin in food processor), does not have to be totally paste, but put together and blend well, spread this over fish. (You can squeeze lemon juice into this to make easier to blend).
- Add all chopped vegetables, peppers, onions.
- Squeeze the juice of orange into baking dish, top with pats of butter. You may add a bit more seasoning to top if you like.
- Cover with foil and bake in oven at 350 degrees for approximately 45 minutes.
- Towards end of baking, you may uncover if you want to lessen juices or to brown, but just as good with juices, great over brown fish rice with onion. (see my recipes).
- ***LEFTOVER TIP*** If you make this dish and you have leftovers, the next day slice an onion, sauté it in butter, chop a small tomato, add to the onion and cook until a bit smooth, add leftover fish dish, and a few pats of butter...this way is even better than when made fresh the first time, it was for me anyway... ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.4, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 82.2, Sodium 91.8, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 4, Sugar 7.8, Protein 19.9
Tips:
- Use fresh, firm fish: This will ensure that the fish doesn't fall apart during cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you do, the fish will steam instead of fry, and it won't be as crispy.
- Cook the fish over medium heat: This will help to prevent the fish from overcooking and becoming dry.
- Don't flip the fish too often: Flipping the fish too often will break it up and make it difficult to cook evenly.
- Use a flavorful marinade: This will help to add flavor to the fish and make it more moist.
- Serve the fish with a variety of sides: This could include rice, vegetables, or salad.
Conclusion:
Tagin Samak is a delicious and easy-to-make Egyptian fish stew. It is a great way to enjoy fresh fish and vegetables. The stew is also very versatile, and can be made with a variety of different fish and vegetables. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, you are sure to enjoy this recipe.
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