Grilled Salmon Paella Pack - Fish and shellfish are nutrient dense and salmon is no exception. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals (including potassium, selenium and vitamin B12) but it is their content of omega-3 fatty acids that receives the most attention. Here are Grilled Salmon Paella Pack Recipe.
Grilled Salmon Paella Pack Recipe
Ingredients3/4 teaspoon saffron threads, if desired
4 large green onions, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
4 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sweet smoky Spanish paprika or any sweet paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 skinless salmon fillets (5 oz each)
1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
8 servings cooked instant brown rice
1 package (12 oz) fully cooked linguiça or andouille sausage links
4 medium plum (Roma) tomatoes, seeded, chopped
2 medium red bell peppers, diced 1/4 inch
1 cup lightly packed fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, chopped
Directions
- Soak saffron in 2 teaspoons hot water; set aside 30 minutes.
- To make salmon marinade, in small bowl, mix onions, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the oil, the paprika, salt and pepper. In 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, arrange salmon; spoon marinade over salmon, turning to evenly coat. Cover; refrigerate 20 minutes.
- Cut 8 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Grease with remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
- Add water to broth to measure amount of water called for on rice package for 8 servings. Make 8 servings rice as directed on package, using broth and water mixture for the water.
- Meanwhile, cut sausages in half lengthwise. Cut crosswise into thin slices; stir into rice along with tomatoes, bell peppers and saffron threads with soaking liquid. Use fork to mix ingredients and separate saffron.
- Mound generous 1 cup rice mixture on center of each piece of foil. Top with 1 salmon fillet, and drizzle with a spoonful of marinade. Spoon any remaining marinade over fillets. Bring up long sides of foil together so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place packets on grill over low heat, allowing space around packets for circulation. Cover grill; cook 10 minutes for salmon that is opaque with a deeper pink center, or about 15 minutes until fish flakes easily with fork. Place packets on plates. Carefully unfold foil away from face. Sprinkle each serving with parsley.