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Coconut Lime Salmon

Coconut Lime Salmon: A Quick Flavor Explosion in Every Bite

Coconut Lime Salmon is a quick and delicious dish that combines tropical flavors in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 filets
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 filets Salmon skin removed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt preferably Morton
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots diced
  • 5-6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper to taste
  • 1 can Full Fat Unsweetened Coconut Milk
  • 1-2 tablespoons Fish Sauce or Soy Sauce for a vegetarian option
  • 1 lime Lime for zest and juice
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Lime Salmon
  1. In a medium bowl, combine salmon filets with kosher salt, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Gently toss and set aside.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add salmon filets and sear for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
  3. Lower the heat to medium and pour in toasted sesame oil. Sauté shallots for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.
  5. Add granulated sugar and crushed red pepper, mixing well and cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and fish sauce (or soy sauce), scraping the skillet to deglaze. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return seared salmon to the skillet to cook for an additional 4-5 minutes. Stir in lime juice and zest just before serving.
  8. Plate salmon over rice or noodles, topping generously with sauce and garnishing with basil and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the salmon filets are patted dry before seasoning for a proper sear. Use full-fat coconut milk for the best texture.

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