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Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter

Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter

  • Author: Mary
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Paleo (with tweaks), Low-Carb

Description

Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter is a quick and easy dish featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets in a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce infused with aromatic garlic butter. Perfectly balanced with vibrant spices and fresh lime juice, this recipe offers a healthy, flavorful meal suitable for busy weeknights or special occasions. Suitable for paleo, gluten-free, and low-carb diets with simple substitutions.

Ingredients

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Salmon and Seasonings

  • 4 fresh skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Searing and Sauce Base

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder

Curry Sauce

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat, then add finely minced garlic. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, allowing the garlic to infuse the butter with rich flavor.
  2. Sear the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and place the salmon skin-side down. Sear for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and the fish is mostly cooked through, then flip gently and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Make the Coconut Curry Sauce: Remove the salmon and set aside. In the same pan, pour in the garlic butter, then stir in curry powder and coconut milk. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld together.
  4. Combine and Finish Cooking: Return salmon to the pan, spooning sauce over the fillets. Cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through to your liking.
  5. Add Fresh Elements: Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the dish to brighten flavors and add fresh color.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, wild-caught or responsibly farmed salmon for best flavor and texture.
  • Cook garlic gently in butter to avoid bitterness and maintain its sweet aroma.
  • Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier sauce.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding more curry powder or fresh chili if desired.
  • Let the salmon rest for a minute after cooking to allow juices and flavors to settle.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Searing
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: coconut curry salmon, garlic butter salmon, easy salmon recipe, healthy salmon dinner, gluten-free salmon, paleo salmon, creamy coconut curry

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