Description
Poached salmon in coconut lime sauce is a vibrant dish that combines the tender flakiness of salmon with a creamy, zesty sauce. This elegant recipe elevates your dining experience, making it perfect for both special occasions and cozy weeknight dinners. The harmonious blend of coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and aromatic spices will transport your taste buds to tropical paradise. Impress your family and friends with this simple yet sophisticated meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 3 limes)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- Fresh coriander (cilantro) for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- Combine the sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix coconut milk, vegetable broth, garlic, ginger, and lime juice. Simmer gently.
- Poach the salmon: Add salmon fillets to the simmering sauce. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Thicken the sauce: Remove salmon and keep warm. Increase heat to reduce the sauce for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Plate the salmon, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with fresh coriander.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg