Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- In a bowl, coat the salmon fillets with olive oil, Jamaican jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
- Peel the sweet plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the plantain slices in a single layer. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden yellow and slightly caramelized. Remove and drain on a paper towel, sprinkling with a pinch of salt.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated salmon fillets for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has a nice char.
- On each plate, serve a portion of the sweet coconut rice alongside a salmon fillet and a few fried sweet plantains. Garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of jerk seasoning. This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
