Rice
Sayadeya (Fisherman's Fish & Rice)

Sayadeya (Fisherman's Fish & Rice)

Egypt

85Minutes
MediumLevel
5Serves
8Steps
About

The classic fish-and-rice dish of Egypt's Mediterranean coast in Alexandria and Port Said, where the rice takes its deep brown colour and sweetness from heavily caramelised onions.

Equipment
  • Frying pan
  • Pot
  • Blender or masher
  • Slotted spoon
Ingredients
White fish fillets (sea bass, cod or mullet)700 g
Egyptian or short-grain rice2 cups
Onions, thinly sliced4
Garlic, crushed4 cloves
Ground cumin1 tbsp
Ground coriander1 tsp
Ground allspice½ tsp
Fish or vegetable stock3 cups
Oil5 tbsp
Lemon1
Salt and black pepperto taste

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