Description
A delightful one-pan salmon dish in a rich coconut curry sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Cooked rice for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Sear them for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add the red curry paste to the same pan. Stir-fry for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
- Simmer the sauce for a few minutes until it’s slightly thickened.
- Return the salmon to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the fillets and heat through for another minute.
- Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Feel free to substitute salmon with cod or tilapia. Coconut milk can be replaced with cream for a richer sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian