Description
This easy kedgeree recipe combines fragrant basmati rice with smoked haddock, curry powder, and peas, all cooked together in the oven to create a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal. Perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, it infuses delicate smoky fish with aromatic spices and tender rice in a simple, fuss-free method.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp curry powder (we used Madras)
- 300g basmati rice
- 600ml chicken stock
- 400g skinless smoked haddock
- 100g frozen peas
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 4 to prepare for cooking the kedgeree in an ovenproof dish.
- Toast Curry Powder: Place an ovenproof saucepan or flameproof casserole dish over medium heat on the stovetop. Add the curry powder and toast it for about 1 minute, stirring frequently to release its fragrant aromas without burning.
- Add Rice and Stock: Stir in the basmati rice, coating it evenly with the toasted curry powder. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil on the stovetop.
- Add Haddock and Cook in Oven: Lay the skinless smoked haddock fillets on top of the boiling rice and stock mixture. Cover the dish with a lid or foil, then transfer it to the preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the stock and the haddock to steam gently.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the dish carefully from the oven. Let it rest, covered, for one minute. Then stir in the frozen peas while breaking up the haddock with a fork. Fluff the rice to combine all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute smoked haddock and chicken stock with smoked tofu and vegetable stock.
- Use a mild or hot curry powder depending on your taste preferences.
- Make sure to use an ovenproof pan that can safely go from stovetop to oven.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving can brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: kedgeree, smoked haddock, curry rice, easy dinner, one pot meal, basmati rice, British cuisine, seafood recipe
