QALIYEH-E KHORMA (SPICY SWEET-AND-SOUR SALMON WITH DATES)
Locals make this dish with grouper, but I've found it works very well using Atlantic salmon fillets.
Provided by Najmieh Batmanglij
Categories Dinner Seafood Fish Salmon Vinegar Date Garlic Cucumber Soy Free Peanut Free Dairy Free Tree Nut Free Herb Pescatarian
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Onion, Cucumber, and Coriander Pickles:
- In a medium-sized skillet over low heat, toast the coriander seeds, shaking the skillet constantly until the aroma rises. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, place the onion, salt, and coriander seeds, and toss. Add the cucumber and pour the vinegar over it. Toss well and set aside.
- Do Ahead: This pickle can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For the fish:
- In a small bowl, mix together all the dusting ingredients and set aside.
- Rinse the fish and pat dry. Place fillets on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Dust both sides of the fish fillets and arrange on the sheet pan. Cover and keep cool until ready to cook.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in wide, non-stick skillet a over high heat until very hot, but not smoking. Sear the fish until brown on both sides (about 1 minute on each side). Remove the fish from heat and set aside.
- In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons oil, reduce heat to medium heat, add the garlic and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the vinegar, molasses, cayenne, and fenugreek leaves, and give it a stir. Return the fish to the pan and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes over low heat until the fish is tender and the sauce has thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste. Add the dates, cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Serve over rice, with a bowl of fresh herbs and the onion and cucumber pickle.
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zadin ceaser
zadin@aol.comThis dish is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Yumi Marin
y@hotmail.comI've never made salmon before, but this recipe made it easy. I'll definitely be making it again.
Zain Ul Abdin
z-a42@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.
Decem_Unos Quattro
decem_unos@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of salmon, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors are so well-balanced.
Tony Medina
tony_medina99@yahoo.comThis dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!
Alec Mendez
alec-m@gmail.comI had some trouble finding all of the ingredients, but it was worth the effort. This dish is delicious!
umme hadi
u-hadi48@gmail.comThe salmon was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the flavors were still good.
maheshika sewwandi
maheshikas56@gmail.comI found this dish to be a bit too sweet. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Xiao.m2
xiao.m288@hotmail.co.ukThis dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili pepper next time.
Tanu Tanuki
tanu-t@yahoo.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for when you need a quick and easy meal.
Rayhana Rima
rima.rayhana@yahoo.comI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavors.
Zahirkhan zadran
z_z89@yahoo.comThis dish is a great way to get kids to eat salmon. My kids loved the sweet and sour flavors.
CRYPTO MINER
miner-crypto2@gmail.comI love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.
Nour Alam
alamn@yahoo.comThis is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser and the leftovers are just as good.
Jannatul perdaus Jannatul perdaus
jannatul29@hotmail.comI'm not usually a fan of salmon, but this dish changed my mind. The flavors were so well-balanced and the salmon was cooked perfectly.
Senzi Mpanza
senzi.mpanza@yahoo.comI made this dish last night and it was a hit! My family loved the unique flavor combination and the salmon was so tender and flaky.
Sachin Sachin
sachin-s63@yahoo.comThis dish was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors was perfect, and the salmon was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.