Salmon with Garlic Butter and Rice

Description:
Pan-seared salmon fillets cooked in fragrant garlic butter, served with fluffy white rice. This high-protein, omega-3-rich meal is ideal for those looking to gain weight healthily while enjoying a flavorful seafood dish.

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🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 2

🔥 Calories per serving: ~590 kcal

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🛒 Ingredients

For the Salmon:

• 2 salmon fillets (about 150g / 5 oz each, skin-on or skinless)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

For the White Rice:

• 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)

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🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Rice:

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
3. Add the rice and salt, stir once, then reduce heat to low and cover with a lid.
4. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and water is absorbed.
5. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in butter (if using). Keep warm.

2. Cook the Salmon:

1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down (if skin-on) and cook for 4–5 minutes, until the skin is crispy and the salmon is halfway cooked.
4. Flip the fillets carefully, add butter to the pan along with the minced garlic.
5. Spoon the melted garlic butter over the salmon repeatedly as it finishes cooking (about 2–3 minutes).
6. Optional: Add lemon juice in the final minute for extra flavor.
7. Remove salmon from heat when fully cooked (internal temp should reach 63°C / 145°F).

3. Serve:

1. Divide the rice between two plates.
2. Place one salmon fillet on top of each bed of rice.
3. Drizzle remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley or dill.
5. Serve hot and enjoy!

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💡 Tips:

• For extra calories, top rice with a fried egg or add avocado slices on the side.
• You can use brown rice or quinoa for a fiber-rich alternative.
• This dish pairs well with sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli.