Mouneh Samak

Mouneh Samak is a vibrant Lebanese seafood dish featuring marinated fish grilled to perfection, served with a zesty tahini sauce and fresh herbs. This high-protein dish is not only delicious but also packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (like sea bass or tilapia) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. While the fish is marinating, prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini and water in a separate bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary, and set aside.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the fish from the marinade and grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until cooked through and flaky.
5. Once grilled, remove the fish and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Serve the fish topped with tahini sauce and garnish with chopped parsley and mint.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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