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Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce

Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce offers a vibrant and healthy dinner option featuring tender salmon fillets gently cooked in a creamy coconut milk sauce brightened with fresh lime juice and zest. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, fresh herbs, subtle spices, and natural umami from vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, this dish provides tropical freshness and nourishing omega-3s in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale

Salmon

  • 4 thick, skin-on fresh salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Sauce and Poaching Liquid

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (plant-based)
  • Juice and zest of 2 fresh limes (natural)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red chili flakes (optional, to taste)

Fresh Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Zest and juice the limes. Mince the garlic and ginger. Roughly chop the cilantro and basil. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels, then season lightly with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat the Poaching Liquid: In a deep skillet or wide pan, combine the coconut milk, lime juice and zest, minced garlic and ginger, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Poach the Salmon: Reduce the heat to low. Gently place the salmon fillets skin side down into the simmering sauce. Cover the pan and let the salmon cook gently for 10 to 15 minutes, until it becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Finish and Garnish: Carefully remove the salmon from the poaching liquid and place on serving plates. Stir the fresh cilantro and basil into the sauce. Spoon the sauce generously over the salmon. Add red chili flakes if you prefer a mild spicy note.

Notes

  • Use the freshest salmon possible for the best flavor and texture.
  • Keep the poaching liquid at a gentle simmer to avoid overcooking the fish.
  • Don’t skip the lime zest; it adds essential aromatic oils that elevate the citrus flavor.
  • Add apple cider vinegar gradually to keep balance between acidity and coconut creaminess.
  • Let the salmon rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving to maximize flavor absorption.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: poached salmon, coconut lime sauce, healthy dinner, quick salmon recipe, tropical flavors, omega-3 rich meal

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