Salmon with Coconut-Herb Curry Recipe

Name: Salmon with Coconut-Herb Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can coconut milk; 4 center-cut salmon fillets; 1/2 tsp. coarse sea salt or kosher salt; 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper; 2 tbsp. canola oil; 2 shallots; 1 tbsp. green curry paste; 1/4 lb. snow peas; 1 small red bell pepper; 1/2 c. mixed fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, and basil leaves); 4 scallions

Servings: persons

1
Open can of coconut milk, scoop off thick coconut cream from top of can, and reserve.
2
Season salmon with salt and pepper.
3
Heat oil in a large, deep nonstick skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat; add salmon.
4
Sear 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until browned yet still rare in centers.
5
Remove to a plate.
6
Add shallots to drippings in skillet and saute 3 minutes, or until wilted.
7
Add curry paste and coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
8
Add snow peas and bell pepper; simmer 2 minutes.
9
Return salmon to skillet with 1/4 cup of the herbs; simmer 2 to 3 minutes, or until salmon is medium-rare.
10
Spoon curry sauce with snow peas and peppers into bowls and top with salmon, the remaining 1/4 cup herbs, and scallions.
11
Spoon reserved coconut cream over salmon.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can coconut milk, 4 center-cut salmon fillets, 1/2 tsp. coarse sea salt or kosher salt, 1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Salmon with Coconut-Herb Curry falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Salmon with Coconut-Herb Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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