Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Spiced Fish & Rice Bake is made with white fish fillet, basmati rice, curry paste, mango chutney, cherry tomatoes, and coriander. This recipe creates a fragrant, one-tin meal with tender fish and flavorful rice. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare and serves 1.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Spiced Fish & Rice Bake Ingredients
- 75g basmati rice
- 1 tsp of your favourite curry paste
- 1 heaped tsp mango chutney
- 80g ripe cherry tomatoes
- 4 sprigs of coriander
- 1 x 130g white fish fillet (skin off, pin-boned)
- 100ml boiling water
- Sea salt and black pepper
- Olive oil
How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Spiced Fish & Rice Bake
- Prep the Tin: Place rice in a small loaf tin that fits in your air fryer drawer.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in curry paste, mango chutney, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped coriander stalks. Season and add 100ml boiling water.
- Add Fish: Sit the seasoned fish fillet on top and drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook: Cover tightly with foil and cook in the air fryer at 200ºC for 15 minutes.
- Rest and Serve: Let rest in drawer for 5 minutes. Plate up with coriander leaves, and optionally serve with yoghurt and lemon wedge.
Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh Fish: Cod, haddock, or hake work well.
- Mix Well: Stir rice thoroughly with the curry paste and chutney before adding fish.
- Tight Foil Seal: Ensures rice cooks evenly with steam.
- Add Extras: Stir in peas or spinach before cooking for added veg.
- Serve with: A cooling yoghurt dollop and lemon for brightness.
What To Serve With Spiced Fish & Rice Bake
This dish pairs beautifully with a dollop of Greek yoghurt, lemon wedges, or a simple cucumber raita. A side salad of greens or pickled onions also works well.
How To Store Spiced Fish & Rice Bake
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Reheat gently in a microwave or oven.
Freeze: Not recommended due to rice and fish texture changes.
Spiced Fish & Rice Bake Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 454
- Total Fat: 6.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Carbohydrates: 71.2g
- Sugar: 7.9g
- Protein: 31.2g
- Sodium: 1.2g
- Fibre: 2.5g
FAQs
Can I use frozen fish?
Yes, defrost completely and pat dry before using.
What curry paste works best?
Any mild or medium paste like tikka, madras, or korma works well.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, scale ingredients and use a larger tin if your air fryer allows.
Is this dish spicy?
It depends on your curry paste—adjust to your heat preference.
Can I use brown rice?
Not recommended unless pre-cooked; brown rice requires longer cooking time.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Spiced Fish & Rice Bake
Course: DinnerCuisine: Indian-InspiredDifficulty: Easy1
servings5
15
minutes454
kcalA fragrant one-tin dish of spiced rice, cherry tomatoes, and tender white fish, baked to perfection in the air fryer.
Ingredients
75g basmati rice
1 tsp curry paste
1 heaped tsp mango chutney
80g cherry tomatoes
4 sprigs coriander
130g white fish fillet
100ml boiling water
Salt, pepper, olive oil
Directions
- Place rice, curry paste, chutney, tomatoes, coriander stalks, and water in a small tin.
- Top with seasoned fish and a drizzle of oil.
- Cover tightly with foil and air fry at 200ºC for 15 minutes.
- Let rest 5 minutes in drawer.
- Plate up with coriander leaves, yoghurt, and lemon wedge.
Notes
- Use a tight foil seal to steam rice.
- Add vegetables for more bulk.
- Adjust curry paste to taste.
- Best eaten fresh; not suitable for freezing.