Careme Recipes

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Grilled Maple-Ginger Coho Rice Bowls

Glossy maple-ginger coho, smoky from the grill and set over fragrant rice with crisp spring radishes, cucumber, snow peas, and green onions. It’s fresh, colorful, and satisfying without feeling heavy—ideal for a bright May dinner in Washington.

Total time: 40 minutes

Estimated cost: About $16–$19 for the portions used; pantry staples like maple syrup, soy sauce, oil, and vinegar not counted.

Health notes: Approximately 600 calories per serving. High in protein and omega-3 fats, with fresh seasonal vegetables and moderate carbohydrates from jasmine rice.

Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or dry Riesling matches the ginger-maple glaze and fresh vegetables, with enough acidity to keep the salmon tasting clean and vibrant.

Ingredients

  • Coho Salmon Fillet (Farm Raised)
    12 oz, cut into 2 portions Sale $9.99/lb
  • Riceland® Jasmine Rice
    3/4 cup dry Sale $2.79 for 32 oz
  • Kroger® Snow Peas
    4 oz, thinly sliced $3.89 for 8 oz
  • Cucumber
    1, thinly sliced $0.99 each
  • Green Top Red Radishes
    4 radishes, thinly sliced $1.99 per bunch
  • Green Onions
    2, thinly sliced $1.50 per bunch
  • Spice World™ Fresh Peeled Ginger Bag
    1 tablespoon grated $3.99 for 7 oz
  • Maple syrup
    1 tablespoon
  • Soy sauce
    2 tablespoons
  • Rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
    2 tablespoons, divided
  • Neutral oil
    1 tablespoon, plus more for grill grates
  • Sesame oil, optional
    1 teaspoon
  • Salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand White Wine
    750 ml $15.99

Instructions

  1. Rinse 3/4 cup jasmine rice until the water runs mostly clear. Combine with 1 1/4 cups water and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook about 15 minutes. Rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff.
  2. While the rice cooks, toss the sliced cucumber and radishes with 1 tablespoon vinegar and a pinch of salt. Set aside for a quick pickle.
  3. Make the glaze in a small bowl: stir together soy sauce, maple syrup, grated ginger, remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, sesame oil if using, and 1 teaspoon neutral oil. Keep this glaze away from the raw fish; it will be brushed on only at the end of grilling.
  4. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium. Pat the coho dry, rub lightly with the remaining neutral oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Oil the grill grates well. Grill the salmon skin-side down if it has skin, without glaze, for 4 to 5 minutes. Turn carefully and grill 2 to 3 minutes more, until nearly cooked through.
  6. During the final 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, brush the clean maple-ginger glaze over the salmon and let it set lightly on the grill. The salmon is done when it flakes and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
  7. Toss the sliced snow peas into the hot rice so they soften slightly while staying crisp.
  8. Divide the snow pea rice between 2 bowls. Top with grilled maple-ginger coho, quick-pickled cucumber and radishes, and sliced green onions.

Wine picks:

  • Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand White Wine $15.99 750 ml
  • Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling Washington White Wine $9.99 750 ml

Why it works: Two bottles that play well with the maple-ginger glaze, smoky-grilled salmon, and bright pickled veg: a zippy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc for herbaceous lift and cleansing acidity, or a dry Washington Riesling if you want a slightly fruitier, ginger-friendly contrast. Choose the Sauvignon Blanc to accent the cucumber/radish brightness and cut the salmon’s richness; choose the Riesling to echo the maple-ginger spice while keeping the bowl lively and balanced.

Lemon-Garlic Coho Spaghetti with Spinach

Tender flakes of coho folded through garlicky whole-wheat spaghetti with baby spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, green onion, and a bright lift of lemon. It’s quick, silky, and lively—the kind of salmon pasta that feels both weeknight-easy and dinner-party worthy.

Total time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: About $16–$19 for the portions used; pantry staples like olive oil and red pepper flakes not counted.

Health notes: Approximately 630 calories per serving. Balanced with lean protein, whole-grain pasta, leafy greens, and heart-healthy olive oil.

Drink pairing: Pinot Grigio, Vermentino, or a dry rosé will highlight the lemon and tomatoes while staying light enough for the salmon and spinach.

Ingredients

  • Coho Salmon Fillet (Farm Raised)
    10 to 12 oz Sale $9.99/lb
  • Kroger 100% Whole Wheat Thin Spaghetti
    5 oz dry Sale $1.19 for 16 oz
  • Kroger® Tender Baby Spinach Bag Salad
    5 oz Sale $2.29 for 10 oz
  • Private Selection® Petite Cherry Snacking Tomatoes
    1 cup, halved Sale $3.50 for 10 oz
  • Green Onions
    3, sliced; whites and greens separated $1.50 per bunch
  • Kroger® Whole Garlic Bulbs
    2 cloves, thinly sliced $2.49 for 5 ct
  • Fresh Organic Lemon
    1, zested and juiced $2.00 each
  • Fresh Green Serrano Peppers
    1 small pepper, thinly sliced, optional $4.99/lb
  • Olive oil
    2 tablespoons
  • Red pepper flakes, optional
    1/4 teaspoon
  • Salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • Reserved pasta water
    1/2 cup

Instructions

  1. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil, but do not add the pasta yet. Prep the vegetables: halve the tomatoes, slice the green onions, thinly slice the garlic, slice the serrano if using, and zest and juice the lemon.
  2. Pat the coho dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sear the salmon skin-side down if it has skin, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn and cook 2 to 4 minutes more, until it flakes and reaches 145°F in the thickest part. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Remove and discard the salmon skin before flaking the fish into large pieces. If you prefer crispy skin, chop it and crisp it briefly in the skillet, then use as a garnish.
  5. Add the thin spaghetti to the boiling water and cook until just al dente, about 5 to 6 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  6. While the pasta cooks, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the salmon skillet. Cook the green onion whites, garlic, serrano if using, and red pepper flakes for 30 to 60 seconds, just until fragrant.
  7. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook about 2 minutes, until glossy and just starting to soften. Add the spinach by handfuls and toss until barely wilted.
  8. Add the drained pasta, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until lightly saucy, adding more pasta water if needed.
  9. Gently fold in the flaked coho, keeping some large pieces intact. Taste and add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed. Serve topped with the green onion tops.
Herb-Butter Coho with Crispy Red Potatoes

This is the richer, more special recipe of the set: oven-roasted coho with a small amount of herb butter, crisp red potatoes, and sweet spring baby broccoli. It feels restaurant-worthy but still cooks on one sheet pan for an easy weeknight dinner.

Total time: 45 minutes

Estimated cost: About $17–$20 for the portions used, with coho as the main sale ingredient; pantry staples not counted.

Health notes: Approximately 660 calories per serving. High in protein and omega-3 fats, with satisfying potatoes; the butter adds richness, so keep the portion modest for balance.

Drink pairing: A lightly oaked Chardonnay is a natural fit for the herb butter and roasted salmon. If you prefer red, a silky Pinot Noir has enough freshness for the greens without overpowering the fish.

Ingredients

  • Coho salmon fillet
    12 oz, cut into 2 portions Sale $9.99/lb
  • Red Potatoes
    1 lb, cut into 3/4-inch pieces $1.29/lb
  • Baby Organic Broccoli
    1 bunch, trimmed $3.49 each
  • Simple Truth Organic® Baby Dill
    1 tablespoon chopped $2.79 for 0.5 oz
  • Kroger® Whole Garlic Bulbs
    2 cloves, grated or minced $2.49 for 5 ct
  • Butter
    2 tablespoons, softened
  • Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon
  • Olive oil
    2 tablespoons, divided
  • Salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • Optional lemon wedge
    for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment or foil for easier cleanup.
  2. Prep the vegetables: cut 1 lb red potatoes into 3/4-inch pieces and trim 1 bunch baby broccoli. Grate or mince 2 garlic cloves and chop 1 tablespoon dill.
  3. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Spread cut-side down on the sheet pan and roast for 18 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, stir together 2 tablespoons softened butter, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon chopped dill, the remaining garlic, and a pinch of black pepper.
  5. Pat 12 oz coho salmon dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Rub the baby broccoli with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  6. After the potatoes have roasted 18 minutes, flip them and push to one side. Add the baby broccoli and salmon to the pan. Spread the herb butter over the tops of the salmon portions.
  7. Roast 10 to 14 minutes more, until the potatoes are crisp, the broccoli is browned at the tips, and the salmon flakes and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
  8. Plate with a swoosh of melted herb butter from the pan, potatoes on one side, baby broccoli on the other, and the coho centered on top. Add an optional lemon wedge if desired.

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