Tunisian Grilled Fish With Chermoula Sauce

Tunisian Grilled Fish with Chermoula Sauce is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is a staple in Tunisian cuisine. The dish features a succulent grilled fish fillet topped with a zesty and herbaceous Chermoula sauce, making it a perfect choice for a light and healthy meal.

Tunisian Grilled Fish With Chermoula Sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 fish fillets (such as sea bass or red snapper)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, cilantro, parsley, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to make the Chermoula sauce.
  3. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then brush them with the Chermoula sauce.
  4. Grill the fish fillets for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
  5. Serve the grilled fish with additional Chermoula sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
30g
Carbohydrates
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Grill Tongs Bowl Brush

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tunisian Grilled Fish with Chermoula Sauce alongside a fresh salad and couscous for a complete Tunisian meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper to the Chermoula sauce according to your preference.

Cost

$20