Description

This recipe for Poached Salmon in Coconut Lime Sauce is a delightful combination of tender poached salmon fillets bathed in a creamy, tangy coconut lime sauce. It’s a perfect dish for a special dinner or a casual weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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For Poached Salmon:

4 salmon fillets
1 cup coconut milk
1 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper to taste

For Coconut Lime Sauce:

1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 can coconut milk
2 limes, juiced and zested
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Poaching the Salmon: In a large skillet, combine coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add salmon fillets, cover, and simmer gently until the salmon is cooked through.
Preparing the Coconut Lime Sauce: In a separate pan, heat coconut oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add coconut milk, lime juice, and zest. Season with salt and pepper.
Serving: Place poached salmon on plates and spoon the coconut lime sauce over the top. Garnish with extra lime zest and serve hot.

Notes

You can add a sprinkle of red chili flakes for a spicy kick.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the coconut lime sauce for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg