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Flavorful Coconut Curry Salmon Recipe with Easy Garlic Butter Sauce

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A quick and easy salmon dish featuring a creamy coconut curry sauce paired with a rich garlic butter drizzle, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) salmon fillets, skin-on or off
  • 1 cup (240ml) full-fat canned coconut milk, unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or ghee/vegan butter for dairy-free)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • Juice of ½ lime
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (5-7 minutes): Mince the garlic cloves finely and chop the onion into small pieces. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Make the Coconut Curry Sauce (10-12 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the curry powder and stir for another 30 seconds to toast the spices gently, releasing their aroma.
  3. Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk slowly while stirring, making sure to scrape any bits off the bottom. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it thicken slightly—about 5-6 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Cook the Salmon (8-10 minutes): While the sauce simmers, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little oil, then place the salmon fillets skin-side down. Let them cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crisp and the fish is cooked halfway through.
  5. Flip and Finish: Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Timing depends on thickness—about 1-inch thick fillets need roughly 8-9 minutes total.
  6. Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce (3-4 minutes): In a small pan or the same skillet wiped clean, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes. Avoid burning the garlic.
  7. Combine and Serve: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the cooked salmon. Spoon the coconut curry sauce around or over the fillets. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top to brighten all the flavors. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Notes

If the coconut curry sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of water or broth to loosen it. Pat salmon dry before searing for a crispy crust. Avoid burning garlic in the butter sauce by cooking on medium-low heat and stirring constantly. Salmon can be finished in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 5 minutes after searing for even cooking.

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