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One pot, light, and healthy Lemongrass Salmon Pilaf. Delicious, straightforward to make and family-friendly! #onepot #rice #healthy #

Lemongrass Salmon Pilaf

One pot, light, and healthy Lemongrass Salmon Pilaf. Delicious, straightforward to make, and family-friendly!

Course Main Course
Cuisine Thai
Keyword easy salmon recipe, salmon recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings as a main
Author Samantha

Ingredients

  • 1 stalk lemongrass
  • 40 grams (approx. 3" piece) ginger, peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 small shallot
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 800 grams (approx. 1.8 lbs) skinless boneless salmon
  • 1 larger red bell pepper
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1 cup Thai (or regular) basil leaves
  • 2 green onions (scallions)
  • 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
  • soy sauce or coconut aminos to serve

Instructions

  1. Place the lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and shallot in a food process (or small blender) and process until finely chopped.

  2. Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the lemongrass mixture and cook, stirring for 4 minutes. Add the rice and stir to combine. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Cover with a tight fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook undisturbed for about 30 minutes until rice is almost done.

  3. Place the red pepper slices and then the salmon on top of the rice mixture, cover and let cook for about 5-7 more minutes depending upon the thickness of your fillet salmon pieces.

  4. Top the dish with cilantro, basil, green onion, and chili (if using).

    Serve with soy sauce or coconut on the side on the side.