Best 2 Grilled Salmon With Rigatoni And Vodka Marinara Sauce Recipes

GRILLED SALMON WITH RIGATONI AND VODKA MARINARA SAUCE RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Grilled Salmon with Rigatoni and Vodka Marinara Sauce Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-179212

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Seasonings:
3/4 Salmon ~ 3/4 lb
Rigatoni - Barilla (one box)
1/4 Oil ~ 1/4 cup
to ~ several cloves (or to taste)
Vodka Marinara Sauce - Bertolli
Basil - preferably a fresh sprig
to - sprinkle to taste
sea salt
cracked black pepper
garlic and herb or other favorite grill seasoning
Optional:
cayenne pepper
chicken broth
diced tomatoes - Hunt's diced Italian with Basil and Garlic

Steps:

Pre-heat grill making sure to coat the grates with a good high temperature cooking spray. Start the water for the pasta adding a pinch of sea salt Prepare the salmon by first removing the skin. Lightly brush with olive oil and then add a bit of salt, pepper, grill seasonings and if desired a dusting of cayenne pepper. Chop garlic cloves and add ~ 1/4 cup olive oil to a sauce pan. Cook with medium heat for a couple of minutes. Add the vodka cream sauce and stir gently. Depending on your tastes, you may thin the sauce a bit using chicken broth or water. Also, for a more tangy twist, add a small can of Hunt's diced tomatoes. Turn down the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer. Add pasta to boiling water (for about 12 minutes) and then add the salmon to the grill. Grill the salmon for about 4 minutes on each side. Don't worry if it is medium rare, you will be breaking up the salmon and adding it to the sauce for the last couple of minutes. Gently add sizable chunks of salmon into the sauce. Also, add the chopped or shredded basil leaves. Swirl the sauce around to mix the ingredients but not break up the salmon. Drain the pasta when ready and then scoop the freshly prepared salmon and marinara sauce on top. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, a few chopped basil leaves and you're all set. Serve with a chilled bottle of Kung Fu Girl Reisling or Muir Wood oaked Chardonnay. :) Tidbits: This recipe is based on a wonderful dish from New York's Little Italy. Adding the diced tomatoes gives the sauce a wonderfully tangy flavor and also serves to thin the sauce a bit.

GRILLED SALMON WITH HOT RED SAUCE

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This is a recipe I adapted from a book called "Thai Cooking and More." Excellent cookbook. I've deleted a couple ingredients,changed some and added others from the original recipe. This dish is more flavourful than hot so don't be afraid of it. Serve it with rice, asparagus or broccoli and a crusty baquette. You can find the ingrediants with the soy sauce in the Asian Specialty section at the grocer. They come in small jars. My favourite hot chili paste is Sombel Oelek - no sugars added.

Provided by Debi9400

Categories Asian

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 green onions
1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets
2 tablespoons black bean sauce
1 teaspoon hot chili paste
2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Spray broiler rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat Broiler.
Finely chop enough green onions to measure 1/4 cup; set aside.
Rinse salmon and pat dry with paper towels. Place in shallow glass dish.
Combine green onions, black bean sauce, hot chili paste, soy sauce (don't use a sweet soy sauce), sesame oil, garlic and pepper in a small bowl; mix well.
Spread half of marinade over salmon; turn salmon over and spread with remaining marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 30 minutes.
Remove fish from marinade; discard remaining marinade. Place salmon on prepared grill. Broil 4 to 5 minutes per side until flakey.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.4, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 78.4, Sodium 664, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.5, Protein 36.3

Tips:

To ensure the salmon is cooked evenly, make sure the fillets are of uniform thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to trim the fillets so they are all the same thickness.
Don't overcrowd the grill. If you're grilling multiple fillets, make sure there is enough space between them so that they cook evenly.
To prevent the salmon from sticking to the grill, brush the grates with oil before cooking.
Cook the salmon over medium heat. This will help prevent the fish from drying out.
Baste the salmon with the vodka marinara sauce while it's cooking. This will help keep the fish moist and flavorful.
To test if the salmon is cooked, insert a fork into the thickest part of the fillet. If the salmon flakes easily, it's done.
Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the fish.

Conclusion:

This grilled salmon with rigatoni and vodka marinara sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the vodka marinara sauce is flavorful and creamy. The rigatoni is a great way to soak up the sauce and the całość dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.