Jo Knows Nutrition by Joanne Nijhuis
MOROCCAN FISH
HEALTHY, FLAVOURFUL AND READY IN MINUTES
March 22, 2025
Looking to add a little spice to your dinner routine? This Moroccan inspired fish recipe is the perfect way to do just that! Featuring a mouth-watering blend of spices and fresh cilantro, this dish is healthy, aromatic and bursting with flavour. Simple to prepare and rich in lean protein, inflammation-fighting antioxidants and heart-healthy fats. It’s a meal that will nourish your body while making your taste buds dance.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 fillets of white fish or salmon
- 2 Tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or ¾ teaspoon garlic
powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper
- 1 can (398 ml / 14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (540 ml/19 oz) chickpeas, optional
- 1 cup (250 ml) broth, vegetable or chicken
- ½ cup – ¾ cup (125 ml-188 ml) fresh cilantro,
chopped
- 2 cups (500 ml) cooked rice, optional
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft.
- Stir in the coriander, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the fish fillets and cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in the tomatoes, chickpeas, if using and the broth. Bring to a boil and then, simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro.
- Serve with steamed rice, if desired.
ENJOY!
Joanne Nijhuis MSc, RD is a consulting, media and culinary dietitian in Simcoe Grey Bruce on a mission to entertain and educate through her love of food. In addition to recipe development and writing for several publications, Joanne offers cooking demos/classes and individual counselling. For more information, email Joanne at jo.knows.nutrition@outlook.com
DID YOU KNOW?
Cilantro – with its bold and citrusy flavour – is an herb that has been used in cooking and natural medicine for thousands of years. Believed to have originated in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions, cilantro has been found in ancient Egyptian tombs and in historical documents from China, India and Greece. Today, this vibrant and vitamin-packed powerhouse is a staple in cuisines worldwide.