Description

Oven-Roasted Salmon & Rice with Coconut Tomato Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender salmon with a creamy coconut tomato sauce, served over fluffy basmati rice. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, as it can be prepared in under an hour. The rich blend of spices, including smoked paprika and garlic, enhances the succulent salmon and creates a delightful dining experience. With its impressive presentation and nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds.

Ingredients

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1 cup white basmati rice
1 ½ lbs skinless salmon
2 tbsp ghee
1 can (13.5 fl oz) coconut milk
¼ cup tomato paste
Fresh lime juice
kosher salt
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 red fresno chile pepper, finely chopped
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp ground cardamom
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
2 limes
cilantro + freshly cracked black pepper

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Instructions

Cook the rice: Combine basmati rice, 1 ½ cups water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for another 10 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
For the sauce: In a saucepan, melt ghee over medium heat. Add shallots and red chile pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute. Add spices, then tomato paste and coconut milk; simmer until thickened (about 10 minutes).
Prepare the salmon: In a mixing bowl, combine salmon with olive oil, honey, lime juice, spices, and salt; toss well.
Roast the salmon: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for about 6 minutes; then broil for an additional minute until slightly charred.
Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in remaining ghee and lime juice.
Serve: Plate the rice topped with roasted salmon and sauce; garnish with cilantro and black pepper.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
Calories: 490
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 53g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 75mg