Chermoula

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8 servings10 min prep0 min cookEasy

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The Tale of Chermoula

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Chermoula is a North African herb and spice marinade, especially associated with Moroccan and Tunisian cooking, traditionally used to flavor fish before grilling or baking. Its blend of cilantro, garlic, cumin, and citrus reflects the region's long history along ancient spice trade routes.

Ingredients

Scale:· 8 servings
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1Combine cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne in a food processor.
  2. 2Pulse until finely chopped.
  3. 3Add lemon juice, then drizzle in olive oil while pulsing until combined.
  4. 4Use as a marinade for fish or a finishing sauce for grilled vegetables.

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