Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya – How to Prepare Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya

Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya – How to Prepare Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya

Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya is one of the most famous fish dishes in Yemeni cuisine. It is a delicious and highly nutritious dish that is enjoyed by many. In this article, we’ll provide you with the ingredients and method of preparation, hoping that you will love today’s recipe.

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Ingredients for Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya:

 

Fish Marinade:

• 1 kg fish, cut into thick slices
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons of Adeni pepper mix

For the Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium potato, sliced thinly
• 1 medium onion, sliced thinly
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 3 small green peppers
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1 chicken bouillon cube
• 1/2 cup of spicy Basbas Aden (hot spice mix)
• 1 1/2 cups water

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How to Prepare Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya:

1. Marinate the Fish:
   Mix the fish slices with salt, lemon juice, ground cumin, and Adeni pepper mix. Let the fish marinate for 10 minutes.

2. Fry the Fish:
   Heat oil in a suitable pan and fry the fish slices on all sides until cooked through. Once done, set the fish aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce:
   In the same pan with the remaining oil, add the sliced potatoes and sauté for about 5 minutes. Next, add the minced garlic and onion slices and sauté together for another 3 minutes. Then, add the green peppers, tomato paste, chopped cilantro, curry powder, chopped tomatoes, Basbas Aden, chicken bouillon cube, and water. Mix everything well and bring it to a boil.

4. Simmer:
   After it boils, lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes until all the ingredients are cooked through.

5. Combine Fish with Sauce:
   Add the fried fish slices to the sauce and gently stir to combine everything.

6. Serve:
   Your Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya is now ready! Serve it alongside a plate of rice to enjoy its delicious flavor with your family or guests.

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Enjoy your Mutfaya Al-Samak Al-Adaniya!