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Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner

Menu Ideas for an Authentic Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner

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I have many fond memories of Fried Fish Dinners at my mother-in-law's. We'd arrive at her home to find her working over a single burner, frying different vegetables one-by-one to accompany the fried fish, salads and beans she'd already prepared. The spread of food was a such a treat and a labor of love.

Pick from the menu ideas here when planning an authentic Moroccan Fried Fish Dinner.

1. Fried Whiting

Fried whiting is very popular in Morocco, and quite easy to prepare. Select smaller fish for a better taste.

2. Fried Sardines Stuffed with Chermoula

Our whole family loves these – double fillets of sardine are stuffed with chermoula before being pan fried.

3. Fried Whiting Stuffed with Chermoula

This is a dressed-up version of basic Fried Whiting. Although chermoula stuffing can certainly be used with smaller whiting, I find it best complements larger whiting, as they're easier to stuff and sometimes in need of a little more seasoning.

4. Sardine Balls in Spicy Tomato Sauce

These sardine balls aren't fried, but they might be served alongside fried fish. Make theh sauce as zesty or mild as you like.

5. Moroccan Fried Eggplant

Eggplant slices are dipped in batter seasoned with cumin, salt and pepper, and then pan fried. Quick, easy and perfect with fried fish.

6. Moroccan Fried Peppers

Cumin and salt are the only seasonings necessary to give great taste to fried peppers.

7. Moroccan Fried Tomatoes

Fried tomato slices are a simple, tasty side for fried fish. Add salt, pepper and cumin to taste.

8. Zaalouk - Cooked Eggplant and Tomato Salad

This Moroccan salad can be prepared a day in advance. Eggplants and tomatoes are cooked with spices until tender enough to mash. Serve as a dip with bread.

9. Taktouka - Cooked Salad of Tomatoes and Roasted Peppers

This zesty cooked salad is also eaten as a dip. It always disappears quickly in my home!

10. Roasted or Fried Pepper Salad

This delicious salad is made by sautéing roasted or fried peppers in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. It makes a perfect accompaniment to tagine, fish or other Moroccan main dishes.

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