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A vibrant plate featuring a fillet of salmon coated in a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce, garnished with chopped garlic and fresh herbs on a white plate with colorful vegetables in the background.

Creamy Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter

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A flavorful and easy-to-make salmon dish cooked in a creamy coconut curry sauce with aromatic garlic butter, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and lime for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add curry powder and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in coconut milk, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return salmon to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and lime slices before serving.

Notes

  • You can add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • Serve with rice or naan for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg