Description
Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce is a delectable dish that combines the creamy richness of coconut milk with the zesty brightness of lime, perfectly complementing tender salmon fillets. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fish stock or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step: Prepare the ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- Step: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil or butter and sauté the garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant (3–5 minutes).
- Step: Add coconut milk, fish stock or water, lime juice and zest, soy sauce, and optional sweetener; stir to combine.
- Step: Gently place salmon fillets in the simmering sauce; reduce heat to low, cover, and poach for 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Step: Season with salt and pepper before serving hot with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Ensure the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 378 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: salmon, poached salmon, coconut lime, tropical, easy dinner, healthy dinner