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Spanish Sea Bass with Chickpeas

Sea Bass and chickpeas simmered in a chorizo, tomato and saffron broth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 - pieces Sea Bass
  • 2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning divided
  • 2 tbsp spanish paprika divided
  • Juice of 1 lemon divided
  • Pinch of saffron threads
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3- ounce piece of chorizo diced
  • 1 large Spanish onion diced
  • 1 14-ounce tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 14-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Instructions

  • Pat fish dry and rub with the Old Bay and Spanish Paprika. Place in a large bowl with ½ of the lemon juice. Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the chorizo and set aside.
  • Add the onions.. Sauté until they start to soften.
  • Turn up the heat to medium-high. Add the tomato sauce, stock and saffron. Simmer for 5 - 7 minutes.
  • Add the chorizo back to the pot.
  • Add the chickpeas and cook until heated through, about 5-8 minutes.
  • Lay the sea bass on top. Cover. Dust again with some Old Bay and Spanish Paprika. Bring to a boil then cook at a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining lemon juice. Cook 2 minutes more, turn off the heat and leave fish to steam for 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 14g | Sodium: 1230mg