Samkeh Harra (Spicy Baked Fish) Recipe
Samkeh Harra, translating to "spicy fish" in Arabic, is a traditional Lebanese dish featuring baked fish topped with a vibrant, spicy tahini sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 whole white fish such as sea bass or snapper, cleaned and scaled
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the fish dry and place it on the sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade. Rub this mixture all over the fish, ensuring it's evenly coated inside and out.
- Cover the fish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- While the fish is baking, prepare the tahini sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the tahini, water, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust the water as needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Once the fish is done baking, remove it from the oven and carefully transfer it to a serving platter.
- Pour the prepared tahini sauce over the fish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top.
- Optional: Garnish the dish with toasted pine nuts for added texture and flavour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 17gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 151mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9g
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