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Turkish Pomegranate-Glazed Salmon with Charred Broccolini & Freekeh

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 2 · medium

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Turkish Pomegranate-Glazed Salmon with Charred Broccolini & Freekeh

Pan-seared salmon with a tart pomegranate molasses glaze and warm spices, served alongside roasted broccolini and nutty freekeh pilaf. A vibrant Turkish-inspired dinner that balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2 fillets salmon fillets, 6 oz each, skin-on, room temperature
  • 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses, unsweetened
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp ground sumac
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 8 oz broccolini, trimmed
  • 3/4 cup freekeh, roasted green wheat
  • 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, fresh, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped, for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. 2

    Start freekeh pilaf: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Toast freekeh for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add vegetable broth, bring to simmer, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 15-18 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed.

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