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One Pan Coconut Curry Salmon – A Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner

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A vibrant and aromatic one-pan salmon dish simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin on

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or canola)

  • 1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 tbsp red curry paste (adjust to taste)

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce)

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh cilantro or Thai basil, chopped (for garnish)

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 cup baby spinach or sliced bell pepper

  • Chili flakes for extra heat

Instructions

  • Season salmon with salt and pepper. Let rest 10–15 minutes.

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Sear salmon skin-side down for 3–4 minutes. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more. Set aside.

  • In same pan, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute.

  • Stir in curry paste and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

  • Pour in coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir to combine.

  • Simmer sauce for 3–4 minutes. Add optional vegetables if using.

  • Return salmon to skillet, spoon sauce over top. Cover and simmer 5–8 minutes until salmon is cooked through.

  • Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust curry paste to taste. For a lighter version, use half coconut milk and half broth. Serve with jasmine rice or naan.

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