Salmon with Chorizo Rice

Method

• step 1

  Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4.

• step 2

  Heat a heavy-based frying pan over a medium heat and fry the chorizo for 3-4 minutes, or until crisp. Remove the chorizo from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside.

• step 3

  Fry the onion and garlic in the remaining oil for 3-4 minutes, or until soft.

• step 4

  Place the chorizo, onion, garlic, rice, tomatoes, butter and parsley into a well-buttered casserole dish. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

• step 5

  Pour over the chicken stock, cover with a tight-fitting lid and bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked.

• step 6

  Meanwhile, wrap each salmon fillet in smoked salmon and trim off any excess flesh. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and squeeze over with the lemon juice.

• step 7

  Roast the salmon pieces in the oven for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through.

• step 8

  Serve the salmon on top of the chorizo rice.