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Sea Bass with Moroccan Salsa

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Sea Bass with Moroccan SalsaRichard Eskite

Mint, orange peel, cinnamon and raisins give this dish the distinctive flair of North African cooking, which has become so popular. Couscous with minced green onions would be a delicious accompaniment.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

3 medium-size red bell peppers
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup golden raisins
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (packed) chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon (scant) cayenne
6 6-ounce sea bass fillets

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides, turning frequently with tongs. Transfer peppers to medium bowl. Cover with foil; let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and coarsely chop peppers; return to same bowl.

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and cinnamon; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour oil mixture over peppers. Mix in olives, next 7 ingredients and 2 tablespoons oil. Season salsa with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature, tossing occasionally.)

    Step 3

    Preheat broiler. Brush fish all over with 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until fish is opaque in center, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer fish to plates. Spoon salsa over.

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