Thai Green Curry Steamed Salmon
Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this easy-to-make Thai Green Curry Steamed Salmon. Bursting with aromatic herbs and spices, this dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy weeknight dinner, it will impress your guests while keeping your cooking stress-free!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 4 salmon fillets (150g each)
- 3 tbsp Thai green curry paste
- 1 can (400ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 cups jasmine rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare a steaming basket lined with parchment paper over a pot of simmering water.
- In a bowl, mix Thai green curry paste and coconut milk until smooth.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and spinach until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets in the steamer, drizzle with fish sauce, and pour the curry mixture over.
- Cover and steam for 10-15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle fresh lime juice on top and garnish with basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate salmon in curry paste for 30 minutes before steaming. Substitute salmon with firm tofu or shrimp for variations. Serve with steamed jasmine rice to soak up the delicious curry sauce.