Description
This rich and creamy Salmon in Coconut Lime Indian Curry is a perfect balance of fragrant spices, creamy coconut milk, and zesty lime. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a one-pan meal that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless) – 4 fillets (about 1 lb / 450g)
- Coconut milk – 1 can (13.5 oz / 400ml)
- Fresh lime juice – 2 tbsp (30ml)
- Onion – 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic – 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger – 1 tbsp (15g), grated
- Tomato paste – 1 tbsp (15g)
- Ground turmeric – 1 tsp (2g)
- Ground cumin – 1 tsp (2g)
- Ground coriander – 1 tsp (2g)
- Ground cinnamon – 1/2 tsp (1g)
- Red chili powder (or paprika for less heat) – 1/2 tsp (1g)
- Fresh cilantro – 2 tbsp (30g), chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper – to taste
- Olive oil or ghee – 2 tbsp (30m
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon
Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Optionally, sprinkle with turmeric and cumin for extra flavor. Set aside. - Sauté Aromatics
Heat olive oil or ghee in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are soft and translucent. - Add the Spices
Stir in turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and red chili powder. Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor of the spices. - Make the Curry Sauce
Add tomato paste to the pan and stir. Then, pour in coconut milk and lime juice. Stir everything together and bring it to a simmer. Adjust seasoning to taste. - Cook the Salmon
Carefully add the salmon fillets, skin-side down (if using skin-on fillets), into the curry sauce. Spoon sauce over the salmon. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. - Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice. Serve with rice, naan, or sautéed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor: Marinate the salmon in lime juice, turmeric, and salt for 10-15 minutes before cooking.
- Spice level: Adjust the red chili powder to your preferred spice level.
- Don’t overcook the salmon: It should be tender and flaky, so check after about 8 minutes of simmering.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg