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Salmon Mansafed Skillet

Name: Salmon Mansafed Skillet
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 unit salmon fillets; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 0.5 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp cinnamon; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes; 4 unit garlic cloves; 1 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 cup whole milk rice; 2 tbsp lemon juice

Want that rich, aromatic spice of a traditional feast without the hours of simmering?

Total: 17 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 12 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: easy
Calories: 595
Cost: $$$/serving

Look, we get it—you're tired. You want something that feels like a warm hug but doesn't require you to spend your entire evening over a stove. This Salmon Mansaf takes the core flavor profile of the beloved Jordanian dish—think savory spices and fragrant herbs—and applies them to fillets for a lightning-fast dinner. It’s rich, satisfying, and hits those deep savory notes without the complicated prep. Expect bold flavors and a beautiful sear on the fish in under 20 minutes. It's your shortcut to a 'slow food' vibe on a fast week.

Ingredients

2 unit salmon fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
0.5 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cinnamon
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
4 unit garlic cloves — minced
1 tsp dried oregano
0.5 cup whole milk rice — pre-cooked or instant
2 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1 Pat the salmon fillets dry and rub both sides with a mix of olive oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes.
2 In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp of the oil. Sear the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
3 Remove salmon from the pan and set aside. In the same pan (don't wash it!), add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
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4 Stir in the rice, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 2 minutes to toast the grains slightly.
5 Stir in the lemon juice and fold the salmon back into the rice mixture.
6 Let sit for 1 minute before serving. Top with extra lemon wedges if you're feeling fancy.

Variations

Vegetarian Swap — Replace salmon with thick slices of cauliflower roasted with the same spice blend.
Faster Rice — Use a microwave-ready pouch of rice to cut your prep time down even further.