Description
Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce is a tropical delight that brings together tender salmon fillets and a creamy, zesty sauce. This quick and easy recipe takes only 25 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. The rich flavors of coconut milk, fresh lime, and aromatic ginger create a dish that not only tastes amazing but is also healthy, packed with protein and healthy fats. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside seasonal vegetables for a complete meal that will impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each), skin removed
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup fish stock or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Mince the garlic and ginger, chop the onion finely, and zest the limes.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once melted, sauté garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk and fish stock to the pan. Stir in lime juice, zest, soy sauce, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully place salmon fillets into the sauce. Cover the pan and poach for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Using a spatula, remove the salmon fillets carefully from the pan. Serve topped with coconut lime sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg