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Amanda Smith

Coconut Lime Poached Salmon: A Flavorful Delight to Try!

Coconut Lime Poached Salmon is a flavorful dish that combines the richness of coconut milk with the zesty brightness of lime, creating a delightful meal that's both healthy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 6-ounce salmon fillets
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well to combine.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Place the salmon fillets in the saucepan with the coconut milk mixture. Ensure the salmon is mostly submerged.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and poach the salmon for about 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Carefully remove the salmon from the saucepan and place it on a serving plate. Spoon some of the coconut lime sauce over the top.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the salmon in the coconut milk mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Serve the poached salmon over a bed of steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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