Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make kedgeree featuring aromatic curry-spiced basmati rice combined with tender, smoky haddock and sweet peas, all cooked gently in the oven for a comforting and wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices
- 2 tbsp curry powder (Madras or your choice)
Grains & Broth
- 300g basmati rice
- 600ml chicken stock
Fish & Vegetables
- 400g skinless smoked haddock
- 100g frozen peas
Instructions
- Preheat and toast spices: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 4. Place an ovenproof saucepan or flameproof casserole over medium heat on the stove and toast the curry powder for 1 minute, stirring regularly to release its aromas without burning.
- Coat rice and add stock: Add the basmati rice to the pan and stir well to coat each grain evenly with the toasted curry powder, infusing it with flavor. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil on the stovetop.
- Add haddock and cook: Lay the skinless smoked haddock gently on top of the boiling rice mixture, then cover the pan with a lid or foil. Transfer it to the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, allowing the rice to cook and the fish to gently steam.
- Finish with peas and serve: Remove the casserole carefully from the oven and let it rest for 1 minute. Stir in the frozen peas while gently breaking up the haddock into flakes and fluffing the rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately for a delicious, comforting dish.
Notes
- Use skinless smoked haddock for ease and a clean flavor; alternatively, skin-on can be used but remove skin before serving.
- Ensure the rice is thoroughly coated in the curry powder to maximize flavor infusion.
- Keep the pan covered in the oven to allow the rice to cook evenly and the fish to steam gently without drying out.
- Frozen peas can be added directly without thawing as they will cook quickly in the residual heat.
- This dish pairs well with a dollop of yogurt or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- 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, British recipe, basmati rice, smoky fish
