– 2 salmon fillets
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon curry powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 cup long-grain rice
– 2 cups vegetable broth
– 1 cup frozen peas
– ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (plus more for garnish)
– ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Lemon wedges, for serving
Creating Curried Salmon & Herby Rice is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for a seamless experience:
1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the curry powder and ground cumin. Stir for about 30 seconds until the spices become fragrant.
4. Cook the Rice: Add the long-grain rice to the skillet, stirring to coat the grains with the spice mixture.
5. Add Vegetable Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Simmer the Rice: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
7. Add Peas: During the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas.
8. Prepare the Salmon: While the rice cooks, season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. In a separate pan, cook the salmon over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
9. Combine Herbs: Once the rice is done, remove it from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and parsley, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve: Fluff the herbed rice with a fork and place on plates. Top with the cooked salmon fillets. Garnish with additional herbs and serve with lemon wedges.