Chraime Spicy Fish in Tomato Sauce

Cod simmered in a fiery, garlicky Libyan tomato sauce with paprika and cumin, served over rice.

Ingredients

For 4 servings.

• 1 1/2 lb cod fillets
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 cup water
• 1 lemon
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 cups water

Method

1. Simmer the rice in 2 cups of water with a pinch of salt, covered, for 18 minutes.
2. Warm the oil and cook the garlic and pepper for 4 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and spices for 1 minute, then add 1 cup of water, the salt and the lemon juice.
3. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, then nestle in the fish, cover and cook for 8–10 minutes, until it flakes.
4. Scatter with cilantro and serve over the rice.

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