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Coconut-Miso Salmon Curry

Coconut-Miso Salmon Curry: A Creamy 30-Minute Delight

This Coconut-Miso Salmon Curry is a heartwarming, dairy-free delight ready in under 30 minutes, combining creamy coconut milk with rich umami flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 4 fillets Salmon or substitute with cod, halibut, chicken, or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or your favorite cooking oil
  • 1 medium Onion diced; yellow or red onions work
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced; fresh for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated; adjust for milder flavor
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper sliced; can substitute with other colored peppers
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk regular or light based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste or yellow for milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice as an alternative
For Garnishing
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro optional, for those who enjoy it
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice or Noodles cauliflower rice can be a low-carb alternative

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 diced onion to the skillet, cooking for about 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger; sauté for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in 1 sliced red bell pepper and continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  5. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of miso paste, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and the juice of 1 lime; stir until well combined.
  6. Gently place the salmon fillets skin-side down into the bubbling sauce and cover the skillet, simmer for 8–10 minutes.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary; you may add a dash of salt or more lime juice.
  8. Serve hot over bowls of cooked rice or noodles, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients like garlic and ginger significantly enhance flavor. Avoid overcooking the salmon for a moist texture. Taste the sauce before serving to adjust seasoning as needed.

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