Description
A delicious recipe for Curried Salmon and Herby Rice, combining flavorful curry-spiced salmon fillets with aromatic herby rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Curried Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
For the Herby Rice:
- 1 cup basmati rice (or any long-grain rice)
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix together curry powder, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Rub the curry mixture over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
- While the salmon marinates, prepare the rice. In a medium pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and toast it for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add water or vegetable broth to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint, if using), lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- While the rice is cooking, place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve the curried salmon on a bed of herby rice, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of curry powder based on your preference for spice.
- For a more intense flavor, marinate the salmon for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cooking.
- If you prefer a milder rice, you can reduce the amount of fresh herbs or use only parsley.
