Salmon Tikka Dinner with Steamed Rice
Salmon Tikka Dinner with Steamed Rice is an Indian-inspired main course where fresh salmon fillets coated in fragrant tikka paste are gently steamed above fluffy basmati rice, with green beans cooked at the same time. The TM7 steaming function locks in moisture and nutrients, delivering tender fish and light rice in one seamless session.
About this recipe
Salmon Tikka Dinner with Steamed Rice in the Thermomix TM7 brings the vibrant spices of an Indian-inspired kitchen straight to your weeknight table. Searching for a salmon Thermomix recipe that delivers tender, flaky fish and perfectly cooked grains without juggling several pans? This all-in-one kitchen machine answers that need by steaming tikka-coated salmon fillets above basmati rice, while green beans sit alongside so the whole meal finishes together. The gentle steaming function keeps the omega-rich salmon succulent rather than dry, letting the yoghurt-style heat of the tikka paste soak subtly into every flake. The rice absorbs the savoury steam, becoming light and separate instead of sticky. Ideal as a quick weeknight dinner for families or anyone meal-prepping balanced plates, this recipe proves that spicy and healthy can coexist: one bowl, one Varoma, minimal washing up, and a dinner that tastes slow-cooked but comes together with genuine ease.
Preparation tips
- Pat the salmon fillets dry before rubbing them with tikka paste so the marinade clings better and the fish steams evenly rather than waterlogging. Skin-on fillets hold together nicely during steaming and lift off the Varoma tray more easily.
- Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear before cooking; this removes surface starch and guarantees light, separate grains that soak up the aromatic steam from the salmon above.
- For milder family portions, brush tikka paste on only one side of the salmon fillets, or stir a spoonful of natural yoghurt into the paste. Extra beans can be snapped small so children find them easier to eat.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: check that your tikka paste is dairy-free or make your own by grinding soaked cashews with spices in the TM7, then coating the salmon. The steamed basmati rice and beans remain unchanged and naturally lactose-free.
- Festive variation: swap the salmon fillets for salmon portions cut into tikka-style cubes, thread onto skewers and steam over the rice, then finish with a squeeze of lime and fresh coriander for a dinner-party presentation.
Why this recipe works
Short on time but craving bold flavours? This Salmon Tikka Dinner with Steamed Rice is the ultimate solution for busy professionals wanting a nutritious meal without the wait. , the Thermomix TM7 effortlessly steams succulent spiced salmon to perfection whilst simultaneously cooking fluffy rice. It is the perfect time-saving kitchen companion that handles the multi-tasking for you. Simply set the timer and relax, knowing a delicious, homemade international feast is just moments away.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing the basmati rice directly in the mixing bowl guarantees the correct rice-to-water ratio for fluffy, separate grains every time. [Time Savings]
- Gentle steaming keeps the tikka-coated salmon fillets succulent and flaky while preserving their natural omega-rich moisture. [Multi-Function]
- The TM7 heats the water to a controlled simmer, so the basmati rice cooks evenly without sticking or boiling over. [Precision Control]
- Mixing the tikka paste with a dash of oil coats the salmon evenly in seconds, ensuring consistent spice in every bite. [Multi-Function]
- While the rice cooks below, the Varoma simultaneously steams the beans until tender-crisp, saving you a separate pan and washing up. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- basmati rice
- fine sea salt
- fine green beans
- oil
- fresh salmon fillets
- tikka paste