Creamy Coconut Curry Salmon with Broccoli
Craving something flavorful, healthy, and satisfying? This Creamy Coconut Curry Salmon with tender broccoli is the perfect one-pan dish! Loaded with omega-3-rich salmon, aromatic red curry, and silky coconut milk, this quick and easy meal is ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
4 salmon fillets (skinless or skin-on)
2 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp red curry paste (Thai-style)
1 can (400g) full-fat coconut milk
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
2 cups broccoli florets
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh coriander or parsley, for garnish
Directions:
1. Sear the Salmon
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté Aromatics
In the same pan, add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Create the Coconut Curry Sauce
Add red curry paste and stir until well combined.
Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Add Broccoli and Return Salmon
Add broccoli florets to the sauce and cook for 4–5 minutes until just tender.
Return salmon fillets to the pan, spooning curry sauce over the top. Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
5. Garnish and Serve
Top with chopped coriander or parsley.
Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or warm naan bread.
Total Time: 25 Minutes
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: ~400 per serving
Weeknight Dinner, Healthy Recipes, Salmon Recipes
