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Green Curry Salmon

Savory Green Curry Salmon in Creamy Coconut Sauce

This Healthy Green Curry Salmon marries luscious coconut milk and vibrant spices, making it a nourishing and delightful dish for any weeknight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Can be substituted with halibut or sea bass.
For the Curry Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Kosher salt works best.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked is recommended.
  • 1 can Coconut milk Full-fat for added richness.
  • 3 tablespoons Green curry paste Mae Ploy is a great brand.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Jarred ginger is a convenient alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce Coconut aminos serve as a vegetarian alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Sweet onion Yellow onion can substitute.
  • 1 large Red bell pepper Any sweet pepper variety works.
  • 1 large Green bell pepper Omit if not a fan.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Brown or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • to taste Green onions Fresh garnish.
  • to taste Cilantro Fresh garnish.
  • to taste Red pepper flakes Fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Ovenproof skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Green Curry Salmon
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the salmon fillets with sea salt and black pepper.
  3. In an ovenproof skillet, combine coconut milk, green curry paste, lime juice, ginger, and fish sauce over medium heat.
  4. Add the sliced sweet onions and bell peppers and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Nestle the seasoned salmon fillets into the simmering curry sauce.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the salmon is flaky.
  7. Serve hot over rice and garnish with green onions, cilantro, and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use an ovenproof skillet to easily transition from stovetop to oven. Ensure salmon reaches 145°F internal temperature for perfect flakiness.

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