Chermoula Moroccan Marinade Recipe

Elevate your fish dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Chermoula Moroccan marinade! A staple in Moroccan cuisine, Chermoula is a wildly adaptable marinade—each family has its own secret recipe. This version is a delicious blend of aromatic spices and herbs, perfect for grilling, baking, pan-frying, or barbecuing any type of fish. Marinate your favorite fish for at least 15 minutes, and prepare to be amazed by the burst of fresh, zesty, and spicy flavors. Makes enough marinade for 4 servings.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 132.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chermoula Moroccan Marinade

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How to Make Chermoula Moroccan Marinade

  1. Combine 4 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, a pinch of saffron threads (about 1/8 teaspoon), 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 - 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to your spice preference), and 1 teaspoon salt in a mortar and pestle.
  2. Pound the ingredients together until a smooth paste forms. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro. If using a food processor, pulse briefly to combine.
  4. Generously spread the chermoula mixture over your chosen fish fillets (salmon steaks, cod chunks, etc.).
  5. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  6. Grill, bake, pan-fry, or barbecue the marinated fish according to your preferred method and fish type. Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fish; about 10-15 minutes for most types.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

9g

Carbs

1g