Samak Mashwi bil Foil
سمك مشوي بالفويل (SAH-mak mash-WEE bil FOYL)
Foil-Baked Fish
Fresh fish fillets seasoned with chermoula-style Gulf spices, wrapped in foil with vegetables, and baked until tender and aromatic. This healthy Kuwaiti cooking method locks in all the moisture and flavor.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Instructions
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Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper into a marinade. Coat fish fillets thoroughly.
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Lay out four large sheets of aluminum foil. Place sliced onion rings and tomatoes as a bed on each sheet.
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3
Place a marinated fish fillet on each vegetable bed. Top with bell pepper slices, green chili, and fresh dill.
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Fold the foil over tightly to create sealed packets, ensuring no steam can escape during cooking.
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Bake at 200C for 20-25 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
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6
Serve the packets unopened at the table so each diner can enjoy the aromatic steam when they open their own packet.
Did You Know?
Kuwaiti families love cooking fish in foil for beach barbecues, where the packets can be placed directly on hot coals.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- oven
- aluminum foil
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
The Story Behind Samak Mashwi bil Foil
Foil-baked fish is a modern Kuwaiti adaptation that preserves the traditional love of fresh seafood while offering a healthier, lighter cooking method. As health consciousness grew in Kuwait, cooks discovered that wrapping fish in foil with vegetables and spices created intensely flavorful results without deep frying. This method became especially popular for weeknight dinners and beach gatherings, where the sealed packets make cooking and cleanup effortless.
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