Description
A tropical and flavorful dish, Caribbean Coconut Curry Salmon features rich coconut milk and aromatic curry spices, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (optional for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Sliced red chili (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry, season both sides with salt and pepper, and set aside.
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Cook the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the Spices: Stir in curry powder, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to bloom.
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Make the Coconut Sauce: Add coconut milk, broth, soy sauce (if using), brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes.
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Cook the Salmon: Add the salmon fillets, skin-side down. Spoon sauce over the fillets, cover the skillet, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until salmon is cooked through.
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Finish the Dish: Squeeze lime juice over the salmon, garnish with cilantro and red chili slices.
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Serve: Serve over rice, vegetables, or plantains for a full tropical experience.
Notes
- Spicy Version: Add extra red chili or cayenne pepper for more heat.
- Vegetarian: Replace salmon with firm tofu or vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini.
- Different Proteins: Substitute salmon for cod, tilapia, or chicken.
- Coconut Milk Alternative: Use almond or oat milk for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: carubbean
Keywords: Caribbean salmon, coconut curry, tropical salmon, coconut milk curry, curry salmon