Zesty Lentil & Haddock Pilaf

Zesty Lentil & Haddock Pilaf
  • Author: Anonymous

This flavorful dish combines fluffy basmati rice, tender haddock, hearty lentils, and fragrant herbs for a satisfying meal. With caramelized onions adding a touch of sweetness and toasted flaked almonds for a delicious crunch, each bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Enjoy this dish as a comforting and wholesome option for lunch or dinner.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 250g easy-cook basmati rice
  • 3 red onions , finely sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 140g smoked haddock fillet
  • 140g haddock fillet
  • 250g pack ready-cooked Puy lentils
  • zest 1 lemon (then cut the lemon into wedges)
  • large bunch flat-leaf parsley , roughly chopped
  • 25g toasted flaked almonds

Instructions

  • Cook the rice in boiling water until just tender, then drain. Meanwhile, fry the onions in the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat for 10-12 mins until golden. Bring some water to the boil in a shallow pan. Add the haddock fillets, poach for 4 mins until the fish is just cooked, then drain and break into large flakes. Spoon half the onions onto a plate, then set aside.
  • Stir the drained rice and lentils into the onion pan, then fold through the fish, lemon zest and parsley to heat through. Serve topped with the reserved onions and a handful of almonds, with the lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over.

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Cook Time

16M

Prep Time

PT4M

Yield

Serves 4

Nutrition

  • Calories: 468 calories
  • Fat Content: 11 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 1 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 70 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 6 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 7 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 27 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 1.39 milligram of sodium