Description
A delicious and creamy salmon dish poached in coconut milk and lime juice, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets Salmon (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can Coconut Milk (can use coconut cream for thickness)
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix coconut milk, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined and the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Warm the Sauce: Gently heat the mixture over medium heat until it’s warm, but avoid boiling to preserve the delicate flavors of the coconut and lime.
- Add Salmon: Carefully place salmon fillets into the pan, ensuring they are well submerged in the luscious sauce. Cover the pan with a lid to lock in the moisture.
- Poach the Salmon: Allow the salmon to poach for 10-15 minutes, until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest and Serve: Once done, remove the pan from the heat and let the salmon rest for a few moments. Serve with a generous drizzle of the creamy coconut-lime sauce over the top.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or a fresh salad.
- For extra flavor, you can add fresh herbs like cilantro or basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70