Name: Savory Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter Bliss Recipe
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Fusion / Seafood
Ingredients: 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 ounces each), fresh or wild-caught; 1 can coconut milk (14 ounces), full-fat preferred for richness; 2 tablespoons curry powder (your favorite blend); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons butter (or ghee for dairy-free option); 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley as substitute); Salt, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

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Introduction

Enjoy a delightful blend of rich coconut curry and tender salmon in this Savory Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter Bliss. This dish offers a perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and fresh flavors, all cooked together in under 30 minutes. Ideal for a weeknight dinner that feels special.

Three pieces of grilled salmon with visible char marks showing a golden-brown texture sit stacked on top of each other. They are drizzled with a creamy yellow sauce that looks rich and smooth, sprinkled with small green herb leaves. To the right of the salmon, there is a bed of fluffy white rice with loose grains, also topped with a few small green herbs. The food is served in a white bowl with a rounded edge on a white marbled background, creating a fresh and clean look. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 pieces salmon fillets (6 ounces each) (fresh or wild-caught)
1 can coconut milk (14 ounces) (full-fat preferred for richness)
2 tablespoons curry powder (use your favorite blend)
3 cloves garlic, minced (feel free to add more for extra zing)
3 tablespoons butter (replace with ghee for a dairy-free option)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (use fresh for the best taste)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (substitute with parsley if needed)
salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to your spice preference)

Instructions

Step 1: Gather all your ingredients. Chop the garlic and cilantro, and measure out the coconut milk and curry powder.
Step 2: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it’s bubbly and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until it’s golden and aromatic, but be careful not to burn it.
Step 4: Stir in the coconut milk and curry powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, about 3 minutes.
Step 5: Gently place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down. Cover and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until opaque and flaky.
Step 6: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the salmon and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Allow to soak in flavors for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, replace butter with ghee or coconut oil to keep the richness and enhance the coconut flavor.
Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level or omit it entirely for a milder dish.
Serve over steamed rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious curry sauce.
Substitute cilantro with fresh parsley if you prefer a milder herb flavor.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave to prevent the salmon from drying out. Avoid overcooking during reheating to maintain tenderness.

How to Serve

The dish shows three grilled salmon fillets stacked slightly on top of each other with clear brown grill marks and a shiny orange-golden sauce drizzled over them. The sauce pools around the base and has small green herb bits sprinkled throughout, matching the fresh chopped herbs on top of the fish. To the right of the salmon, there is a mound of fluffy white rice, also garnished with a few herbs. The food sits in a white bowl with a subtle texture, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen salmon for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen salmon fillets. Make sure to thaw them completely and pat dry before cooking to ensure even cooking and a good texture.

Is this recipe spicy?

The recipe includes cayenne pepper, which is optional. You can adjust or omit it based on your spice preference, making this dish mild or moderately spicy.