A rich and aromatic salmon dish simmered in a spicy garlic coconut curry sauce with tender bell peppers—bursting with bold flavors!
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Sauté, Simmer
Cuisine:Asian Fusion
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup vegetable broth
2 tbsp red curry paste
1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp ground turmeric
Juice of 1 lime
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Sear the Salmon – Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics – In the same skillet, add another tbsp of olive oil. Sauté garlic and onions until fragrant. Add bell peppers and cook for 3 minutes until slightly tender.
Make the Curry Sauce – Stir in red curry paste, turmeric, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute, then pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Season & Simmer – Add soy sauce, lime juice, and adjust salt to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Cook the Salmon – Return the salmon to the skillet, spoon the curry sauce over it, and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve & Enjoy – Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
Notes
Adjust the chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
You can serve the dish with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
Feel free to add more vegetables like zucchini or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.