Hraime Trabelsi (Libyan Spicy Caraway & Garlic Fish Skillet) – Authentic Libya Recipe
Coastal Tripoli favorite searing flaky white fish in a bold caraway, cumin, and garlic tomato sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇱🇾 Libya (North Africa, Africa)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Firm Mediterranean white fish fillets, Crushed ripe tomatoes, Crusty bread, Freshly ground caraway and cumin seeds, 6 cloves garlic
Ingredients for Hraime Trabelsi (Libyan Spicy Caraway & Garlic Fish Skillet) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) firm Mediterranean white fish fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups crushed ripe tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crusty bread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with freshly ground caraway and cumin seeds
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Libya seasoning (6 cloves garlic, harissa chili paste, lemon juice)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and freshly ground caraway and cumin seeds for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add firm Mediterranean white fish fillets and crushed ripe tomatoes along with 6 cloves garlic, harissa chili paste, lemon juice, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with crusty bread and serve straight from the skillet.