Harira de Poisson

Harira de Poisson is a traditional Moroccan seafood soup that combines aromatic spices with fresh fish, creating a warm and hearty dish. It's both nourishing and satisfying, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., cod or haddock) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic cloves, minced - 2
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium
• Celery stalk, diced - 1
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Fish stock or water - 500 milliliters
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Add the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric, stirring to combine and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and fish stock (or water), and bring to a simmer.
6. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Add the fish fillets to the pot, gently stirring them into the soup. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
8. Season the soup with salt, black pepper, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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