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Samak Mashwi (Egyptian Grilled Fish)

Samak Mashwi (Egyptian Grilled Fish)

Egypt

40Minutes
EasyLevel
4Serves
8Steps
About

Whole fish rubbed with cumin, garlic and coriander and grilled over fire, the way it is done at the fish grills of Alexandria and along the Red Sea coast.

Equipment
  • Grill or griddle pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Pastry brush
Ingredients
Whole fish (sea bass, bream or mullet), cleaned2
Garlic, crushed5 cloves
Ground cumin1 tbsp
Ground coriander1 tsp
Chilli flakes1 tsp
Lemon juice3 tbsp
Olive oil3 tbsp
Fresh coriander and dill1 handful
Salt and black pepperto taste

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