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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Fish is a source of good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids, and brown rice is a smart alternative to white rice. You also could serve the fish over whole wheat couscous or pasta. Harissa is a spicy Tunisian condiment that also pairs well with chicken. Our homemade version, which you can prepare a day or two ahead and refrigerate, is a bit milder than the fiery canned harissa you'd find in Middle Eastern markets. Add more chile paste if you want to turn up the heat. Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds |
cooking spray |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander |
1/2 cup bottled roasted red bell pepper, drained |
1/2 teaspoon chile paste with garlic (such as sambal oelek) |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind |
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
lemon slices (optional) |
Directions:
1. To prepare harissa, place caraway seeds in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from pan. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes or until tender. Add coriander; cook 1 minute. Combine caraway seeds, garlic mixture, bell pepper, chile paste, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a blender or mini food processor; process until smooth.
2. To prepare rice, cook rice, cumin, and rind, according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Remove from heat; add cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Toss gently. Cover and keep warm.
3. Preheat oven to 400°.
4. To prepare salmon, heat a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle salmon with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add salmon to pan; cook 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn fish over; spread harissa evenly over fish. Bake at 400° for 7 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness. Serve with rice. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
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