Bahraini Fish Kofta in Tahini Sauce

Name: Bahraini Fish Kofta in Tahini Sauce
Prep time: PT30 minutes
Cook time: PT40 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bahrain
Ingredients: 500 g White fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or hammour, deboned and skinless); 1/2 medium Onion (finely chopped); 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (chopped); 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped); 2 Garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs; 1 large Egg; 1 tsp Cumin powder; 1 tsp Coriander powder; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying); 1/2 cup Tahini; 1/4 cup Lemon juice; 2 Garlic cloves (for sauce, minced); 1.5 cups Water or fish broth; 1 pinch Pinch of paprika (for garnish)

Delicate fish meatballs (kofta) simmered in a rich and creamy tahini sauce, infused with lemon and garlic. A flavorful and satisfying seafood dish representative of Bahrain's coastal culinary heritage.

준비 시간30 minutes

조리 시간40 minutes

총 시간1 hour 10 minutes

1회 제공량4

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Finely chop the fish fillets or pulse them in a food processor until coarsely ground. Be careful not to over-process into a paste.
💡 전문가 팁: Using a food processor can speed up this step, but pulse gently.
2
In a bowl, combine the ground fish with finely chopped onion, parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
💡 전문가 팁: Overmixing can make the kofta tough.
3
Form the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs (kofta).
4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Carefully place the kofta in the skillet and brown them on all sides. You may need to do this in batches.
⏱️ 8-10 minutes
💡 전문가 팁: Don't overcrowd the pan; this ensures even browning.
5
Remove the browned kofta from the skillet and set aside.
6
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic for the sauce and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
⏱️ 30 seconds
7
Whisk in the tahini and lemon juice until smooth. Gradually whisk in the water or fish broth until you achieve a creamy sauce consistency. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
💡 전문가 팁: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more liquid. If too thin, simmer longer.
8
Gently return the browned kofta to the simmering tahini sauce. Cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the kofta are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
⏱️ 20-25 minutes
9
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with a pinch of paprika before serving.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Use fresh, good-quality white fish for the best flavor.
✓Ensure the tahini is well-stirred before using.
✓The sauce should be creamy but not overly thick; adjust liquid as needed.

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Add a pinch of chili flakes to the tahini sauce for a touch of heat.
Incorporate finely chopped bell peppers or zucchini into the kofta mixture for added vegetables.