Kedgeree. The classic smoked fish and rice dish. This family favourite is full of protein and packed with essential vitamins and minerals. No wonder it's such a perfect quick healthy meal!
So folks, it's a quick kedgeree fish recipe today.
If you've had an extremely busy week like me, then this time saving original kedgeree recipe is one you'll definitely want to save!
This simple recipe is excellent as a hearty breakfast / brunch or served as a light dinner.
It's a delicious rice dish made with smoked fish, rice, turmeric, peas and parsley that the whole family will love.
Kedgeree was always a favourite and something my mum used to cook for us which I loved.
This is her original easy fish kedgeree recipe. It's healthy, low in calories and low fat too.
It’s a great recipe where you can cook each bit and then put them all into the same pan for serving.
This Indian dish is a lovely recipe to serve up that is both healthy and delicious.
It's as welcome on the breakfast table as it is as a delicious meal served at brunch or even dinner time.
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Ingredients
- Smoked Fish
- Wholegrain Basmati Rice
- Turmeric
- Peas
- Fresh Parsley
See recipe card for the actual quantites of the kedgeree recipe ingredients.
Substitutions
- Smoked Fish - I use smoked river cobbler fillets which were cheaper than the traditional smoked haddock. You can use any kind of smoky white fish.
- Wholegrain Basmati Rice - you can use ordinary white basmati rice. This will alter the nutritional label below though.
- Turmeric - you could use a tablespoon of mild curry powder instead.
- Peas - I use frozen peas. Fresh peas are fine to use as well.
- Fresh Parsley - fresh herbs are best. If you don't have parsley you could add a bay leaf into the poaching liquid when cooking the smoky fish for extra flavour.
What Is Kedgeree?
Kedgeree is a dish made from flaked fish (traditionally smoked haddock) rice, parsley and hard boiled eggs.
There are many variations of this recipe. In my recipe I've left out the eggs but added peas to make it quick and easy to make.
In some variations sultanas are also added.
When Was Kedgeree Invented?
Kedgeree was invened in India and started it's life as a meal of rice and lentils.
Enjoyed by the British who ruled India as part of the British Empire it became a traditional breakfast dish served in British households in the Victorian era.
How To Make Kedgeree
Detailed instructions for this perfect kedgeree recipe are in the full recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to quickly make this easy tasty meal:
- Place fish in a large frying pan. Cover with enough water. Bring to the boil then turn down to a medium heat and allow fish to cook in a gentle simmer until cooked through.
- Drain the fish and set aside.
- Cook rice in a large pan of water with the turmeric as per rice packet instructions.
- Cook the peas.
- Flake the fish into fish flakes.
- Combine the rice, peas and fish flakes together.
- Serve garnished with the chopped parsley.
FAQ's
Your Questions On How to Make Kedgeree Answered
Can You Freeze Homemade Kedgeree?
Yes you can freeze kedgeree. I freeze the leftovers of this recipe regularly. Make sure it is completely cooled first before freezing it in individual containers.
Can Kedgeree Be Reheated?
Yes. Just make sure you have fully defrosted it first if required. I usually reheat it in the microwave. Only reheat it once.
Can Kedgeree Be Eaten Cold?
Yes. But only if it has been made fresh and left to cool. Not defrosted.
Is Kedgeree Good For You?
Yes. The wholegrain rice provides your complex carbohydrate, the protein comes from the fish and an adequate portion of peas contribute towards your 5 a day!
What Are The Kedgeree Calories?
In this version the calories are 323 per portion if served for 4 people. Making this an ideal meal if on a Weight Watchers / Slimming World or similar calorie controlled diet.
Is Kedgeree Gluten Free?
Yes. This version is gluten free.
What To Serve With Kedgeree?
Although this easy healthy haddock kedgeree recipe is great served on it's own you could serve with a chopped boiled egg or poached egg. Or a great accompaniment to it is a simple green lettuce leaf salad!
Equipment
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Equipment
This is the set of pans I recommend for cooking with.
The set includes 16, 18, 20 cm saucepans, 1 x 14 cm milk pan and 1 x 24 cm fry pan.
The pans are suitable for all hobs including induction.
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Ingredients
- 400 g smoked fish I bought smoked River Cobbler fillets which were on offer but any such smoked filleted fish will do!
- 200 g wholegrain rice (or white but would not be as healthy and alters the nutritional content)
- 2 tablespoon turmeric
- 80 g peas
- Freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
- Place the fish in a pan and cover them with cold water. Bring the pan up to the boil, turn down the heat and simmer until the fish is tender enough (but not too tender) to be flaked.
- Drain the fish and then set aside.
- Place rice in a saucepan with the turmeric and cook according to the packet instructions.
- Cook the 80g peas according to packet instructions (easiest if you microwave them).
- Drain and flake the fish in the pan.
- Add the drained cooked rice and drained cooked peas.
- Mix well in the pan and garnish with the freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Nutrition Label
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shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com
Stumbled by your blog from Pinch of Yum - and loving this 5 ingredient fish and rice dish! I haven't ever tried kedgeree before but I so love fish. Awesome photos!
Volunteering at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow sounds pretty exciting!
neil@neilshealthymeals.com
Hi Shashi, thanks for your comment and I'm so glad you found my blog from Pinch of Yum! I love this recipe for kedgeree as I so love fish, too! Looking forward to my volunteering today at the last opening ceremony rehearsal for the Commonwealth Games here, before I do the real thing on Wednesday! 🙂
Tania Waterson
I make a similar variation of this recipe. It's one of my favourites too Neil!
Neil
Thanks very much for your comment and rating Tania! 🙂