- Servings 5
- Prep 12 min
- Cooking 25 min
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Protein: 22 g
- Fat: 2.5 gm
- Saturated Fat: 36 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g
- Sugars: 2 g
- Sodium: 1087 mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary.
Ingredients Salmon in Coconut Milk
- One pound of Salmon Fillets
- One 400 ml coconut milk can
- Three tbsp. of cooking oil
- Three cloves of minced garlic
- Two tbsp. of grated ginger
- Two tbsp. of Fish Sauce
- Salt- to taste.
- Ground black or white pepper- to taste
- One tsp. of lemon zest
- Half of one tbsp. of chili flakes
- Three tbsp. of lime juice
Kitchen Tools for Salmon in Coconut Milk
- Knife: Cutting.
- Cutting Board: Cutting surface.
- Measuring Spoons: Measure small amounts.
- Measuring Cups: Measure large amounts.
- Can Opener
- Skillet/Frying Pan: Stovetop cooking.
- Spatula/Tongs: Flip/lift food.
- Grater/Zester: Shred/zest food.
- Mixing Bowl: Combine ingredients.
- Stirring Spoon: Mix/stir.
- Lemon/Lime Juicer: Juice citrus.
How to Make Salmon in Coconut Milk
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Place salmon fillets into the pan and fry for two minutes on each side.
- Remove fish from the frying pan and put it aside.
- Add some more oil to the pan along with pepper flakes, ginger, and garlic, and sauté over medium-high heat for one minute.
- And coconut milk, ginger, fish sauce, pepper, salt, lemon juice, and bring to boil the sauce.
- Place salmon fillets in the coconut sauce and cook for approximately 20 minutes.
- Garnish with lemon zest, cilantro, parsley, or dill.
- Serve right away with rice or potato.
Tips
- Salmon Fillets: If they have skin, you can remove them or leave them on for added texture. Pat the fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Garlic, Ginger, Lemon Zest: Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and zest the lemon. Keep these aside
- Combining Salmon and Sauce: Return the salmon fillets to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the salmon to ensure it’s well coated.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle more lemon zest or chili flakes before serving for extra flavor and color. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or dill if desired.
- Serving: Serve the salmon hot, with the sauce poured over or alongside it.
What vegetables pair well with salmon?
Popular choices include asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans, and spinach.
Which starches are good with salmon?
Quinoa, rice (white, brown, or wild), couscous, and potatoes (mashed, roasted, or baked) are great with salmon.
What salads work well with salmon?
Leafy greens with vinaigrette, cucumber dill salad, and avocado, as well as salsa add freshness to a salmon meal.
Salmon in Coconut Milk
This coconut milk salmon recipe offers an easy way to create a tropical seafood dinner. Combining creamy coconut milk with tender salmon, this dish delivers a simple yet flavorful experience. Perfect for a quick dinner or an elegant gourmet meal, this easy salmon recipe is a delicious and satisfying choice.
