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To make coconut curry salmon, you need simple ingredients. Gather these items first. You will need four salmon fillets, coconut oil, a can of coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Don’t forget garlic, ginger, bell pepper, fresh spinach, salt, and pepper. Finally, have cilantro and jasmine rice ready for serving.

Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter (25-Minutes)

Elevate your dinner game with this Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter, a delightful meal ready in just 25 minutes! This recipe brings together rich flavors from coconut milk and red curry paste, paired perfectly with a savory garlic butter sauce. Discover simple ingredients, easy cooking steps, and delicious sides to create a memorable dish. Click through for the full recipe and enjoy this tasty adventure that will impress your taste buds!
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Ingredients
  

4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

2 tablespoons red curry paste

1 tablespoon fish sauce

1 tablespoon brown sugar

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)

2 cups fresh spinach

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped cilantro for garnish

Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Instructions
 

Prepare the Base: In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Once melted, add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

    Add Curry Components: Stir in the red curry paste, coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar until well combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

      Cook the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side down in the skillet, allowing the fillets to cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they begin to turn opaque.

        Add Vegetables: Gently add the sliced bell pepper and spinach to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the salmon is cooked through.

          Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in minced garlic and a pinch of salt, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is golden and fragrant.

            Combine the Flavors: Drizzle the garlic butter over the salmon and curry mixture in the skillet, stirring gently to combine.

              Serve: Plate the coconut curry salmon over jasmine rice and spoon the sauce and vegetables on top. Garnish with chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 5 minutes | 25 minutes | 4 servings

                  - Presentation Tips: Serve in shallow bowls with a wedge of lime on the side and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro for color. Consider adding a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick!