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One-Pan Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter: A Flavor-Packed, Easy Meal

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This One-Pan Coconut Curry Salmon with Garlic Butter is a flavorful, quick dinner with creamy coconut curry sauce, perfectly seared salmon, and rich garlic butter. A simple, delicious meal in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets

  • 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp curry powder

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp grated ginger

  • 4 tbsp butter

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a pan. Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then sear for 3–4 minutes on each side. Set aside.

  • In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Stir in curry powder and cook for 30 seconds.

  • Pour in coconut milk and simmer for 5–7 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  • Return salmon to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 2–3 minutes.

  • In a separate pan, melt remaining butter with garlic and lemon juice. Drizzle over the salmon.

  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Add chili flakes for heat.

  • Use light coconut milk for a lighter version.

  • Can substitute salmon with other fish.