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Ginger-Glazed Salmon with Coconut Lime Rice

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Jensen

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Ginger-Glazed Salmon with Coconut Lime Rice

A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring pan-seared salmon glazed with a spicy ginger-coconut sauce, served over fragrant coconut lime rice.

Ingredients:

  • For the Salmon:
    • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 teaspoon honey
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • For the Coconut Lime Rice:
    • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
    • 2 cups coconut milk
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, ginger, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Cook the rice: Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, lime juice, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  3. Sear the salmon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Add the salmon to the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
  4. Glaze the salmon: Pour the prepared glaze over the cooked salmon and let it simmer for 1 minute, basting the fish occasionally.
  5. Serve: Divide the coconut lime rice between plates and top with a glazed salmon fillet. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions, if desired.