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Coconut Orange Poached Salmon Recipe

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This Coconut Orange Poached Salmon recipe features tender salmon fillets gently simmered in a fragrant sauce made from fresh oranges, creamy coconut milk, and an aromatic blend of ginger, garlic, lime, and fish sauce. Finished with a garnish of orange slices, cilantro, and chili flakes, this dish offers a zesty, tropical flavor that’s both light and satisfying. Perfect for a quick, elegant dinner in just 22 minutes.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Poaching Sauce

  • 2 large oranges (divided: 1 sliced, 1 zested and juiced)
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons finely minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

For the Salmon and Garnish

  • 4 fillets of salmon
  • Orange slices (for serving)
  • Fresh cilantro (for serving)
  • Chili flakes (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Make the sauce: Slice one orange and zest and juice the other orange. Place both the sliced orange and the orange zest and juice in a large skillet. Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, minced ginger, fish sauce, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice to the skillet. Bring this flavorful mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
  2. Cook the salmon: Reduce the heat to low and gently add the salmon fillets to the skillet, ensuring they are partially submerged in the sauce. Poach the salmon very gently for about 6-7 minutes or until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Watch closely and remove the salmon from heat at the first sign of white albumin forming on top to maintain moistness and tenderness.
  3. Serve: Plate the poached salmon fillets and spoon some of the coconut orange sauce over them. Garnish with fresh orange slices, chopped cilantro, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if you desire a spicy kick. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Poach the salmon gently at low heat to prevent it from becoming tough and dry.
  • The white substance that appears when cooking salmon is albumin and signals doneness; remove the salmon at this point for optimal tenderness.
  • Using fresh lime juice and freshly minced garlic and ginger enhances the bright, aromatic quality of the sauce.
  • Orange slices and cilantro add freshness and a pop of color, while chili flakes add optional heat.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion, Seafood

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