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A Savoury and Spicy Dish
Israeli Chraime Fish Stew: Israeli cuisine blends Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours in a unique and delicious way. One dish that showcases this fusion is Chraime Fish Stew. This savoury and spicy stew appears often in Israeli homes. People especially enjoy it during the colder winter months. It offers warmth, bold flavour, and comfort in every bite.
Making the Chraime Fish Stew
Start by gathering the key ingredients: fresh fish, tomatoes, garlic, paprika, and chilli peppers. Trim off any excess fat from the fish and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Set the fish aside. Chop some onions and sauté them in olive oil over medium heat. Wait until they turn translucent. Then add the garlic and cook for another minute or two. These steps build a rich base for the stew. Continue by adding tomatoes, spices, and the prepared fish to the pot. Let everything simmer until the flavours blend and the fish cooks through. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting dish with fresh bread or rice.
Once the onions and garlic are fragrant, it’s time to add the chopped tomatoes, paprika, chilli peppers, and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together and let it simmer for a few minutes until the tomatoes have broken down and the sauce is thick and fragrant.
Now it’s time to add the fish to the stew. Gently place the fish pieces in the sauce and make sure they’re fully submerged. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked and tender.
Once the fish is cooked, you can add some fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to give the dish a burst of fresh flavour. Serve the Chraime Fish Stew hot with some crusty bread or rice on the side.
A Combination of Bold Flavours
What makes this dish special is the combination of bold flavours that create a truly unique taste experience. The tomatoes provide a slightly sweet and tangy base for the dish, while the paprika and chilli peppers add a spicy kick that will warm you up from the inside out. The fish itself is tender and flaky, and it absorbs all the flavours of the sauce, giving each bite a burst of deliciousness.
A Hearty and Flavourful Dish
In conclusion, if you’re looking for a hearty and flavourful dish that will transport you to the heart of Israel, look no further than the Chraime Fish Stew. With its bold flavours and tender fish, this dish is sure to become a favourite in your household, too.
How to Make the Israeli Chraime Fish Stew Recipe
Ingredients:
1 lb white fish, like cod or halibut 1/2 of a white onion, chopped 1 tsp garlic, minced 1/2 jalapeno or other spicy pepper (optional) 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp tomato paste 2-3 large tomatoes, diced 1 cup water 2 Tbsp paprika 1/2 Tbsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp ginger powder 1 tsp cumin powder 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 palmful parsley to garnish
Instructions:
- Clean the fish (if needed), pat dry, and set aside while preparing the sauce.
- Heat the oil on low in a skillet.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in the oil on medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- To the onion mixture add in the spices, salt and pepper, and the tomato paste.
- Next, add in the diced tomato and water and stir well.
- Continue cooking the sauce on low heat with the cover on the pot for 10 minutes.
- Add the fish to the sauce by gently sliding it into the pan. Gently use a spatula and shake the pan to cover the fish with the sauce.
- Cover the pot and leave it alone to cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- The fish can now be served alone, with bread or on top of rice.
