Smoked Mackerel And Cardamom Pilaf Recipe

Name: Smoked Mackerel And Cardamom Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup basmati rice; 10 None cardamom pods; 3 tbsp butter; 2 large onions, sliced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 5 oz baby spinach; 4 oz mackerel fillets in brine, drained and flaked; 1/2 None lemon, juiced; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves; None None Lemon wedges, to serve

Servings: persons

3/4 cup basmati rice
10 None cardamom pods
3 tbsp butter
2 large onions, sliced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
5 oz baby spinach
4 oz mackerel fillets in brine, drained and flaked
1/2 None lemon, juiced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
None None Lemon wedges, to serve

1
Bring 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add rice, cardamom and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 12 mins, until water has absorbed. Remove from heat. Let stand for 10 mins.
2
Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet on medium-low heat. Cook onion for 5 mins, until slightly golden. Remove 1/2 of the onion; set aside. Increase heat to medium-high and continue to cook for another 5-10 mins, until browned. Remove fried onions and set aside.
3
Return golden onions to pan. Stir in cumin and coriander. Cook for 1-2 mins, until fragrant. Add spinach and toss until just wilted. Add rice and mackerel and toss to heat through. Add lemon juice. Season.
4
Top pilaf with fried onions and cilantro leaves. Serve with lemon wedges.

240

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup basmati rice, 10 None cardamom pods, 3 tbsp butter, 2 large onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Smoked Mackerel And Cardamom Pilaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Smoked Mackerel And Cardamom Pilaf

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