Curried Rice and Salmon Pie

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 14
Curried Rice and Salmon Pie recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

20 g butter
1 leek ( well washed and finely sliced )
2 teaspoons curry powder ( I would use Madras )
1 cup cooked rice ( from 1/3 cup raw )
2 sheets puff pastry ( thawed and halved )
2 salmon fillets ( halved crossways )
1 bunch chives ( chopped )
1 egg ( lightly beaten )
4 dill sprigs ( to serve )
1 lemon ( cut into to wedges to serve )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
602
Sugar
2g
Fat
31g
Curried Rice and Salmon Pie is a unique and delicious spin on a classic savory pie recipe. The use of curry powder and rice adds a wonderful depth of flavor and texture to the dish. It's a perfect meal to enjoy with family and friends during the colder months. The preparation is straight forward and easy to follow, making it an ideal option for beginner cooks. The dish can also be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy meal anytime.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease a 9cm-deep, 19cm square cake pan and line base and sides with baking paper.
2.Melt butter in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add leek. Cook for 5 minutes or until softened. Add curry powder. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant. Stir in rice. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
3.Cut 1 pastry sheet in half. Place in base of prepared pan. Spoon over rice mixture. Top with salmon. Sprinkle with chives. Cut remaining pastry into 1cm strips. Arrange over salmon to create a lattice pattern. Brush with egg.
4.Bake for 35 minutes or until pastry is puffed and golden and salmon is cooked through. Stand in pan for 5 minutes. Serve with dill and lemon wedges.

PROS

Curried Rice and Salmon Pie is a filling and hearty meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

The combination of curry powder, leek, rice and salmon is full of flavor and nutrients.

CONS

This recipe requires puff pastry which can be high in calories and fat.

Salmon can also be expensive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is a great source of protein and contains omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce inflammation in the body. Curry powder contains turmeric which has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving brain function. Leeks also contain antioxidants and prebiotics which support digestive health.

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