Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Salmon Coconut Curry, a quick and easy dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your table. This vibrant recipe features tender salmon simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce infused with aromatic spices. With fresh vegetables like carrots and broccolini, this comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that impresses without keeping you in the kitchen for hours. Serve it over rice or enjoy it on its own for a nutritious, flavorful experience that satisfies every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh salmon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 heaping tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup matchstick cut carrots
- 1 heaping cup chopped broccolini
- Fresh basil and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into four equal pieces, season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter. Cook salmon skin-side down for 5 minutes, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until nearly done.
- Remove salmon from skillet, sauté onions in remaining oil for about 3 minutes, add garlic and curry paste; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in coconut milk, brown sugar, carrots, and broccolini; let simmer for about 5 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Stir in lime juice, return salmon to skillet to warm through. Garnish with basil and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg