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One-Pan Coconut Curry Salmon – Easy Healthy Dinner

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Seared salmon fillets in a rich garlic butter coconut curry sauce — bold, creamy, and made in one pan. A weeknight-friendly dish with gourmet flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each)

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp curry powder (mild or medium)

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk

  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, baby spinach

Instructions

  • Pat salmon dry and season with salt, pepper, and light curry powder.

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear salmon 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • In same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

  • Stir in curry powder, then add coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

  • Add lime juice. Return salmon to pan and spoon sauce over top.

  • Simmer 2–3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Notes

Serve over rice or with naan. Substitute other proteins if desired. Sauce can be made ahead.

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