Thai coconut salmon recipe

Bring vibrant flavours to the dinner table with this one-pan Thai coconut salmon, where tender fillets gently simmer in a fragrant sauce infused with chilli, lime, and lemongrass.

Salmon is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids—essential fats that help to fight inflammation, support cognitive health, and promote healthy blood flow. These powerhouse nutrients are also linked to improved mental health, skin, and joint function, making salmon a true superfood. Pair this dish with high-fibre brown rice and steamed Asian greens for a well-balanced meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Serves 4

Prep time 10 minutes

Cook time 15 minutes

Gluten free, Dairy free, Nut free

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 4 x 125g skinless salmon fillets

• 1 small brown onion, finely diced

• 3 garlic cloves, crushed

• 3cm knob fresh ginger, peeled and crushed

• 1 lemongrass stalk, crushed

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp chilli paste

• 400ml low-fat coconut milk

• 1 tbsp fish sauce

• 1 lime, juiced

• 1 red chilli, finely sliced

• 1 cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped

• Steamed pak choy and brown rice, to serve

How to make

1. Heat olive oil in a large frypan over medium-high heat. Lightly season the salmon with salt and pepper and add the fillets to the pan, cooking for roughly 2 minutes each side.

2. Reduce heat to medium. Add the onion, garlic, ginger and lemongrass. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden.

3. Add the honey and chilli paste and stir till aromatic. Add coconut milk and fish sauce and mix.

4. Return the salmon fillets to the pan and lower heat. Simmer gently for 5 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Squeeze over the lime juice and top with fresh chilli and coriander.

5. Serve straight from the pan, alongside steamed pak choy and brown rice.

Notes

• Leftover salmon and sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Nutritional information

Rachel Scoular is an avid foodie, APD Dietitian and founder of @healthyhappyhabits