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Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver is back on BBC Lifestyle with a tasty line-up of festive favourites, from Jamie Oliver’s One-Pan Wonders, on Sunday  15 December  at 19:00 to Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th December 2024  on BBC Lifestyle (DStv channel 174).

For most of us, the most stressful part of our weekday is trying to figure out what to make for dinner – is it going to be the same-old, should we trying be adventurous with something new, or stick to the usual dinner because there’s just not enough time in the day?

Well, it’s time to elevate your weeknight cooking game this festive period with Jamie’s One-Pan Wonders and Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts airing this December on BBC Lifestyle (DStv Channel 174).

Jamie is back on screens to bring you stress-free cooking with his signature dishes that will give you enough time to kick back, relax and enjoy the festive season while delighting yourself in sensational recipes that pack flavour without the fuss.

There are a feast of recipes on both BBC Lifestyle’ shows, including his one-pan salmon recipes which make the perfect addition to your week-night line-up. Click here to find some festive favourites.

“Salmon is one of the most common fish that we buy, so I wanted to share one of my favourite cooking methods for it,” says Jamie Oliver. Whether you’re a multitasking mom, a weekend entertainer, a curious home cook, or just someone looking to try something new, these salmon recipes promise something special for everyone. They’re perfect for cozy weeknights, friendly gatherings, or even a quiet moment of indulgence.

Want to see how it’s done? Watch Jamie bring his recipes to life on his BBC Lifestyle shows then grab your pan and join in.

Try out two of Jamie’s salmon dishes from Jamie Oliver’s One-Pan Wonders with Jamie’s very own recipes:

Smoked Salmon Pasta

In Episode 7, Jamie introduces what he calls a “taste sensation.” This hearty salmon pasta dish is ready in just 8 minutes — yes, 8 minutes — making it a perfect quick treat after a long day or a standout dish for a last-minute dinner with friends.

Recipe:

Serves: 1

Total time: 8 minutes

Ingredients:

125g fresh lasagne sheets

2 spring onions

80g spinach

60g smoked salmon (2 slices)

1⁄2 a lemon

5g Parmesan cheese

Extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon cottage cheese

Method:

  1. Put a kettle of water on to boil. Cut the lasagne sheets in half lengthways, then into 2cm strips. (You can use a crinkle-cut knife, or a normal knife if you don’t have one)
  2. Trim the spring onions and finely chop with the spinach and half the salmon.
  3. Finely grate the lemon zest, then the Parmesan, keeping them separate.
  4. Put a 28cm frying pan on a high heat.
  5. Once hot, put a little drizzle of olive oil into the pan with the spring onions, spinach, chopped salmon and lemon zest.
  6. Scatter the pasta into the pan, then carefully pour in enough boiling water to just cover the pasta – about 250ml.
  7. Let it bubble away for 4 minutes, or until the pasta has absorbed most of the water and you’ve got a nice sauce, stirring regularly and loosening with an extra splash of water, if needed.
  8. Turn the heat off, squeeze in the lemon juice, stir in the cottage cheese and Parmesan, then season to perfection.
  9. Delicately tear over the remaining salmon, and finish with a kiss of extra virgin olive oil, if you like.

Salmon in a Bag

In Episode 3, Jamie shows off one of his go-to methods for cooking fish. This recipe combines salmon’s delicate flavour with a smoky chorizo and zesty roasted red pepper sauce for a dish that’s as easy as it is tasty.

Recipe

Serves: 2
Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1⁄2 x 460g jar of roasted red peppers
15g smoked almonds
1 x 400g tin of chickpeas
1⁄2 a bunch of flat-leaf parsley (15g)
30g chorizo
2 x 150g salmon fillets, skin on, scaled, pin-boned
Olive oil

Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place a large sheet of thick tin foil on a roasting tray, leaving half overhanging.
  2. Make the sauce by draining the peppers and placing them in a blender with almonds, most of the chickpeas (reserve a few for sprinkling)and its liquid, and the parsley stalks, reserving the leaves. Blitz until smooth.
  3. Season to perfection, then spoon into the centre of the foil in the tray.
  4. Finely slice the chorizo. Use a large sharp knife to slice two 1cm-deep cuts into the skin side of the salmon, then stuff in the remaining herb leaves.
  5. Scatter the chorizo and the remaining chickpeas over the sauce (like you see in the picture), then sit the salmon on top.
  6. Season with a small pinch of sea salt and black pepper, and drizzle with a little olive oil.
  7. Fold in the foil overhang, and twist the edges to seal. Bake at the bottom of the oven for 15 minutes, or until the salmon is beautifully cooked through.
  8. Serve with a portion of steamed or roasted seasonal veg on the side.

Watch Jamie Oliver’s One-Pan Wonders, premiering on Sunday, 15 December 2024, on BBC Lifestyle (DStv channel 174) and Jamie’s Christmas Shortcuts on Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th December 2024 let Jamie show you how to cook smarter, not harder.