Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce, a quick and easy dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender salmon fillets with a creamy coconut lime sauce, infused with fresh ginger and garlic, offering a vibrant taste that transports you to tropical shores.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fish stock or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add grated ginger, lime zest, lime juice, coconut milk, fish stock, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk until combined.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and add salmon fillets. Cover and poach for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the salmon topped with the coconut lime sauce and garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg