Indonesian-Spiced Salmon with Freekeh & Marinated Radishes Recipe

Preparation Time: 10m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 2

September 5, 2024 4.8

This Indonesian-inspired dish features tender salmon fillets coated in aromatic spices, paired with nutty freekeh and tangy marinated radishes. It's a simple yet flavourful meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients:

2 salmon fillets
1 cup freekeh
4-5 radishes, thinly sliced
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp paprika
Olive oil, for cooking
Fresh coriander or parsley, for garnish
Salt, to taste

Instructions:

1 Cook Freekeh
Rinse freekeh, then cook in simmering water for 20 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
2 Marinate Radishes
While freekeh cooks, thinly slice radishes and marinate in rice vinegar, honey, and salt for 10 minutes.
3 Prepare & Cook Salmon
Rub salmon fillets with a spice blend of coriander, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Fry skin-side down in olive oil for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook another 3-4 minutes.
4 Serve
Plate the freekeh, top with salmon, garnish with marinated radishes and fresh herbs.