Omani Mashuai Fish with Saffron Rice

Ingredients

• 10 oz firm white fish fillets
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 cup basmati rice
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• pinch saffron threads
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 1 tbsp diced red onion
• 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Steps

1. Soak saffron in 1 tablespoon hot water.
2. Cook rice in broth with saffron water until tender.
3. Rub fish with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and half the salt; grill or sear until it reaches 145°F (63°C).
4. Toast almonds in a dry skillet and mix tomato, red onion, cilantro, and remaining salt for salsa.
5. Serve fish over saffron rice with almonds and tomato salsa.

Allergen note: Contains fish and tree nuts.

Use the listed quantities as a guide, adjust seasoning to taste, and cook proteins to a safe internal temperature.