Swordfish Takes a Moroccan Vacation: Tagine Time!

Moroccan Swordfish Tagine with Preserved Lemons and Olives recipe
Swordfish steaks 2 (about 6-ounces each), thick cut
Moroccan spice blend 1 tablespoon (or make your own)
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon
Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper (optional) Pinch
Turmeric 1/4 teaspoon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Red onion 1, thinly sliced
Preserved lemon 1, quartered and thinly sliced
Cherry tomatoes 1 cup
Green olives, pitted and halved 1/2 cup
Chicken broth or water 1 cup
Chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup
Chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Moroccan spice blend (if not using pre-made):
o In a small bowl, combine cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and turmeric.
2. Season the swordfish:
o Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels.
o Season both sides generously with the Moroccan spice blend, salt, and pepper.
3. Sauté the onions and preserved lemons:
o Heat olive oil in a large tagine or oven-safe Dutch oven over medium heat.
o Add the red onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
o Add the preserved lemon and cook for an additional minute, stirring to release the flavors.
4. Assemble the tagine:
o Arrange the seasoned swordfish steaks in the tagine.
o Scatter the cherry tomatoes and green olives around the fish.
o Pour in the chicken broth or water.
5. Simmer and cook the tagine:
o Bring to a simmer, then cover the tagine and reduce heat to low.
o Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the swordfish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Garnish and serve:
o Remove the tagine from heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and parsley.
o Serve immediately with couscous or rice.
Tips:
• Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness.
• If you don't have preserved lemons, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
• This recipe can be easily doubled to serve more people.
Enjoy this delicious and flavorful Moroccan Swordfish Tagine with Preserved Lemons and Olives!