Saudi Arabian Salmon Pilaf
A flavorful and aromatic dish from the Middle East, featuring succulent salmon and a fragrant pilaf.
Ingredients
- ●2 salmon fillets6 oz each
- ●1 cup aromatic rice
- ●1 tsp saudi pilaf spice blend
- ●1/4 tsp arabian saffron threads
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●1 cup silky dateschopped
- ●2 cups water
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add salmon fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 3
Transfer salmon to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
- 4
Add more oil to the skillet if necessary, then add pilaf spice blend and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add rice to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
- 6
Add water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- 7
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 8
Stir in saffron threads and cook for 1 minute.
- 9
Fluff pilaf with a fork and stir in chopped dates.
- 10
Serve salmon on top of pilaf and garnish with additional dates if desired.