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Coconut Lime Poached Salmon

Coconut Lime Poached Salmon


  • Author: Chef Bella
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and flavorful dish featuring salmon poached in a coconut lime sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, lime juice, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey over medium heat.
  2. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Place salmon in the saucepan, skin side down.
  4. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.
  5. Remove salmon and place on a plate.
  6. Reduce sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Pour sauce over salmon and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
  • Adjust lime juice to taste.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Coconut Lime Poached Salmon