Pan-Seared Fish Fillet with Algerian Tagine
A flavorful and aromatic North African-inspired dish featuring tender fish fillet, cooked to perfection with a rich tagine sauce. This recipe is a delightful combination of spices and herbs, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ●4 Fish filletany white fish such as tilapia or cod
- ●2 tsp Algerian tagine spice mixavailable at most middle eastern stores or online
- ●2 tbsp Olive oil
- ●1/2 cup Dense olivespitted and sliced
- ●1/4 cup Floral rose petalsdried
- ●2 tbsp Lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the fish fillet with salt and pepper.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the fish fillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- 5
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
While the fish is cooking, heat the tagine spice mix in a small saucepan over low heat.
- 7
Add the sliced olives and dried rose petals to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- 8
Once the fish is done, remove it from the oven and place it on a plate.
- 9
Spoon the tagine sauce over the top of the fish and serve immediately.
- 10
Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.