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Thai-Inspired Red Curry Salmon

30-Minute Thai-Inspired Red Curry Salmon for Cozy Nights

Thai-Inspired Red Curry Salmon is a flavorful dish that combines flaky salmon with a creamy coconut curry sauce, perfect for a quick dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 pound Fresh Salmon cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk opt for high-quality brands
  • 2 tablespoons Thai Red Curry Paste Maesri brand preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers sliced
  • 1 medium Onion sautéed
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil for searing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice squeeze before serving
Optional Enhancers
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste White Pepper

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by removing any pin bones and skin from the salmon. Once cleaned, cut it into bite-sized cubes and season generously with salt and white pepper.
  2. Heat a splash of coconut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, carefully add the salmon cubes, allowing them to sear without moving them for about 3–4 minutes until golden brown. Gently flip to sear the other side for an additional 2–3 minutes before removing them from the pan and setting aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add a touch more coconut oil if needed, and toss in sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables soften and become fragrant. Then, stir in minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, cooking for another minute until the fabulous aroma fills your kitchen.
  4. Pour in a can of rich coconut milk, scraping up any flavorful browned bits stuck to the pan. Add the Thai red curry paste and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it bubble away for about 8–10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  5. Reduce the heat, then carefully return the seared salmon to the skillet, ensuring it's submerged in that luscious sauce. Allow the salmon to heat through for about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat, and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Give it one gentle stir before plating it over a bed of jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 2 days. Reheating gently is crucial to keep the salmon tender.

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