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One Pan Thai Coconut Curry Salmon What can I substitute for red curry paste in Thai coconut curry salmon? If you don’t have Thai red curry paste on hand, you can make a quick substitute using chili garlic sauce, tomato paste, ground coriander, cumin, paprika, and a bit of grated ginger and garlic. It won’t have the exact depth of traditional curry paste, but it mimics the heat and savory notes needed for Thai coconut curry salmon. Another option is using yellow or green curry paste if available, keeping in mind the flavor and spice level will vary slightly. Can … Read more

Seared Salmon Avocado Bowl What kind of rice works best for a salmon avocado bowl? Short-grain white rice is ideal for a salmon avocado bowl because of its slightly sticky texture, which holds the bowl ingredients together well and complements the richness of the salmon and avocado. Sushi rice or Calrose are good options. If you want a more wholesome base, you can also use short-grain brown rice, which has a nuttier flavor and more fiber. Jasmine or basmati rice are less traditional but still acceptable if that’s what you have on hand. Always cook the rice fresh and serve … Read more

Spicy Fish Patties in Tomato-Pepper Sauce Can I bake the spicy fish patties? You can, though the result will differ slightly in texture and flavor. To do so, arrange the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 375°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. They won’t absorb the sauce, so you can bake the sauce separately in a dish or spoon it over the patties after baking. Can the spicy fish patties be made ahead and frozen? Yes, either raw or fully cooked. For raw patties, form them and freeze on a parchment-lined tray until solid, then … Read more

Quick Salmon Dinner with Potatoes and Cherry Tomatoes What can I substitute the hawaij spice with? You can substitute with a mix of ground cumin, turmeric, black pepper, and a pinch of cardamom or coriander. Hawaij adds a distinctive Yemeni spice blend flavor to the quick salmon dinner, but similar warm, earthy spices will still give complexity. For a more Mediterranean twist, you could use a mix of paprika, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Can I make this quick salmon dinner spicy? Stir chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper into the spice mixture before pouring it over the … Read more