Savor the Exotic: A Journey into Coconut Curry Salmon

Coconut Curry Salmon! Imagine a perfectly broiled salmon topped with a salty-sweet spice rub, all drenched in a creamy coconut curry sauce, served with fluffy rice that perfectly absorbs every drop of flavor. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

• Salmon:

  • 1 1/2 lbs. salmon
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (add more if you have a larger filet)
  • 1–2 teaspoons olive oil

• Coconut Curry Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small knob of ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce
  • A generous amount of lime juice and zest
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped

• For serving:

  • Fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or mint
  • Rice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 475 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil and place an oven rack about 6 inches from the top.

2. Cook the Rice:

   • Follow the package instructions to cook your rice.

3. Prepare the Salmon:

   • Mix the spices with olive oil to create a paste. Lay the salmon skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Generously apply the spice paste over the top of the salmon. Bake for 6-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon and how well done you like it.

4. Make the Coconut Curry Sauce:

   • Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and lemongrass. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar and curry paste and continue to sauté for another 3 minutes. Pour in the coconut milk and season with fish sauce, lime juice, and zest to taste. Add the chopped spinach and stir until it wilts.

5. Serve:

   • Spoon some rice onto each plate, place a piece of salmon on top, and generously cover with the coconut curry sauce. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Note:

• If you choose to broil the salmon, keep an eye on it as the sugar in the rub can cause it to ignite if too close to the heating element. If concerned, just bake it at the recommended temperature and make sure the oven is fully preheated before adding your salmon.

Enjoy this Thai-inspired dish that’s perfect for a flavorful dinner!