Sayadiyah Hamour – Recipe & Cooking Method

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Sayadiyah Hamour – Recipe & Cooking Method

Hamour Fish Sayadiyah (Spiced Fish with Rice)

Sayadiyah Hamour is a flavorful seafood dish popular in many coastal regions around the world. It combines aromatic spices, tender hamour fish fillets, and perfectly seasoned rice into a hearty and nutritious meal.

Rich in protein, minerals, vitamins, and healthy fats, this dish supports heart health by promoting blood circulation and reducing the risk of clots.

Ingredients for Sayadiyah Hamour (Serves 4):

Sayadiyah Hamour

 

  • 2½ cups basmati rice

  • 500 g hamour fish fillets (or any firm white fish)

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin

  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon turmeric

  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • ½ cup corn or vegetable oil

  • 4 tablespoons flour

  • 2 onions, thinly sliced

  • Handful of mixed nuts (almonds, pine nuts, or cashews) for garnish (optional)

How to Prepare Sayadiyah Hamour:

  1. Prepare the rice:
    Wash the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. Mix the spices:
    In a small bowl, combine cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

  3. Season the fish:
    Sprinkle some of the spice mixture over the fish fillets to coat them evenly.

  4. Coat the fish:
    Lightly dredge the fish fillets in flour, making sure each piece is covered with a thin layer.

  5. Fry the fish:
    In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Fry the fish until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside on a plate.

  6. Sauté the onions:
    In the same oil, add the sliced onions and sauté until soft and lightly browned.

  7. Layer the ingredients:
    Return the fried fish to the pot, placing it gently over the onions. Add the soaked rice on top. Stir lightly to mix the flavors without breaking the fish.

  8. Cook the rice:
    In a separate saucepan, heat 3½ cups of water. Stir in any remaining spice mix, then pour the hot water gently over the rice and fish in the main pot.

  9. Simmer:
    Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for about 25–30 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

  10. Serve:
    Turn the pot over gently onto a large serving platter or fluff the rice carefully with a fork. Garnish with toasted nuts if desired.

Enjoy Sayadiyah Hamour hot with your family—it’s a filling and fragrant dish that brings the richness of the sea straight to your table.

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