Samak Mashwi (Arabic Spiced Fish)

Ingredients

• 2 large fish of choice
• 1 lemon (halved)
• 1 tbsp rock salt
• 2 tsp cumin powder
• 2 tsp coriander powder
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp paprika powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 dried lemon (grated)
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 5 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

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2. 2

   Combine ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl & mix well to form a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Clean fish thoroughly, make some slits on both sides, sprinkle salt & rub lemon on it to remove any strong fishy smell.

4. 4

   Brush marinade all over fish, especially between the slits & inside its cavities, set aside for 30 mins.

5. 5

   Preheat oven set on grilling mode at 200 deg C & line a baking tray with aluminium foil.

6. 6

   Place fish, arrange lemon slices on top, cook for 10 mins, carefully flip the fish over & cook for another 10 mins.

7. 7

   Use a fork to check if fish is cooked through, remove from oven & serve immediately with sides of choice.