Caribbean-Style Coconut Curry Salmon
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this creamy coconut curry salmon, combining tender fish with aromatic spices and a rich coconut sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Cooked jasmine rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine. Add lime juice and brown sugar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Place the salmon fillets into the skillet, spooning some sauce over them. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until salmon is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over jasmine rice.
Notes
For extra heat, add a chopped Scotch bonnet pepper when sautéing the onions or garnish with sliced fresh chili.
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