Aromatic Lebanese Fish Sayadieh
Known as the Fisherman’s Catch, this dish features golden-seared fish atop a bed of fragrant rice enriched by deeply caramelized onions and warm spices. It is a spectacular blend of sweet and savory notes, finished with crunchy pine nuts and a bright tahini drizzle.
In short
Aromatic Lebanese Fish Sayadieh takes about 45 minutes (15 min prep, 30 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 10 ingredients.
Ingredients
- White fish fillets600 g
- Basmati rice2 cups
- Large onions, sliced3 pcs
- Cumin1 tsp
- Ground coriander1 tsp
- Cinnamon0.5 tsp
- Pine nuts50 g
- Tahini2 tbsp
- Lemon, juiced1 pcs
- Fresh parsley1 bunch
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, fry the sliced onions in oil over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until they reach a deep dark brown color without burning.
- 2
Remove half the onions for garnish. Add rice, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon to the pot. Add 3.5 cups of water, salt to taste, and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- 3
While rice cooks, season the fish fillets with salt and a pinch of cumin. Pan-sear in a hot skillet with a little oil until golden and fully cooked.
- 4
Fluff the rice and place on a platter. Top with the seared fish, the remaining caramelized onions, toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of tahini mixed with lemon juice.
Questions and answers
How long does Aromatic Lebanese Fish Sayadieh take?
About 45 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 30 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 10 ingredients: White fish fillets, Basmati rice, Large onions, sliced, Cumin, Ground coriander, Cinnamon …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
