Poached Fish in Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe
A selection of white fish fillets are used
in this recipe - cod, haddock, hake, or halibut are all good for this
dish. Serve the fish with flat breads, such as pita, and a spicy tomato
relish. It is also good with rice and salad greens with a refreshing lemon
juice dressing.
Ingredients: (Serves 8)
2.5 cups fresh tomato sauce
1/2 - 1 teaspoon harissa*
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1.5 kg/3.3 lb mixed white fish fillets, cut
into chunks
Method:
1. Heat the tomato sauce with the harissa
and cilantro in a large pan. Add seasoning to taste and bring to a boil.
2. Remove the pan from the heat and add the
fish to the hot sauce. Return to the heat and bring the sauce to a boil
again. Reduce the heat and simmer very gently for about 5 minutes, or
until the fish is tender. (Test with a fork: if the flesh flakes easily,
then it is cooked).
3. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning,
adding more harissa if necessary. Serve hot or warm with flat breads.
* Harissa is a
chili paste spiced with cumin, garlic, and coriander. It is fiery and
should be used with care until you are familiar with the flavor. Start by
adding a small amount and then add more after tasting the sauce. It is
normally available in the Asian stores.
Happy Cooking,
Carol |