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Cod Fish Tajine With Potatoes


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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Flavorful cod fish balls simmered in a richly spiced sauce with potatoes and colorful bell peppers—this Moroccan-style tajine is comforting, aromatic, and perfect served with bread or salad.


Ingredients

500 g cod fish (well dried)

4 g turmeric powder

2 g cumin powder

3 g cayenne powder (adjust to taste)

3 g garlic powder

2 g ground coriander

5 g fresh coriander, finely chopped

20 ml olive oil

Optional: few drops lemon juice or lemon zest

50 ml olive oil (for cooking)

125 g yellow onion, finely chopped

450 g potatoes, thinly sliced (3–4 mm)

15 g fresh parsley, chopped

3 g turmeric powder (for vegetables)

2 g cayenne powder or paprika

2 g garlic powder (for vegetables)

150 ml water

75 g red bell pepper, sliced

75 g green bell pepper, sliced

Optional sides: Moroccan bread, salad, lemon dressing, olives


Instructions

  1. Grind the dried cod in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl and mix with turmeric, cumin, cayenne, garlic powder, ground coriander, fresh coriander, and olive oil. Add optional lemon juice or zest for freshness.
  2. Shape the seasoned cod into small balls.
  3. In a tajine or deep pan, heat 50 ml olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add sliced potatoes, chopped parsley, turmeric, cayenne, garlic powder, and cumin. Stir to coat evenly.
  5. Pour in 150 ml water. Arrange cod balls on top, and scatter sliced bell peppers over the surface.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and cook for 25–30 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender and cod is fully cooked. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Let the tajine rest briefly before serving. Serve warm with Moroccan bread or fresh salad on the side.

Notes

  • Use paprika instead of cayenne for a milder version.
  • Add lemon juice at the end for a bright finish.
  • Substitute cod with haddock or pollock if needed.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day.
  • Prepare cod balls and vegetable base separately in advance for easier cooking later.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Moroccan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg