Easy Curry Salmon
This Curry Salmon provides 9g protein and 343 calories per serving — a calorie-dense option where the nutritional value comes from omega-3 fats rather than protein content. Makes 4 servings in quick prep time, working well as an occasional rotation addition rather than a primary protein. Include it strategically when you're hitting protein targets through other sources and need micronutrient diversity.
Ingredients
- •Salmon(113g)
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Brown sugar(10g)
- •Thai red curry paste(5g)
- •Garlic powder(1g)
- •Vegetable oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Vegetable oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(10g)
- •Garlic
- •Thai red curry paste(15g)
- •Coconut Milk, Full-Fat, Canned(383g)
- •Fish sauce(23g)
- •Brown sugar(5g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(23g)
- •Basil, Fresh(60g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 400°F with a rack in the center of the oven.
- 2Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Place the salmon skin side down on foil. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- 3Make the curry rub for the salmon: In a small bowl, mix together the sea salt, brown sugar, red curry paste, garlic powder and the oil until fully combined. Spread the curry paste mixture over the salmon and place it in the oven until it easily flakes with a fork, about 8-10 minutes.
- 4Make the curry sauce: In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the oil until glistening. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic to the oil and cook until fragrant about 1 minute. Add the red curry paste and coconut milk and whisk until fully combined.
- 5Add the fish sauce, brown sugar, onions and peppers. Allow to simmer until the onions and bell peppers are tender, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 6Add the lime juice and fresh basil to the pan and stir to combine.
- 7Remove the salmon from the oven. Using a spatula, slide the cooked salmon away from the skin and transfer it to the curry sauce, spooning the sauce over the salmon.
- 8Top the salmon curry with green onions, cilantro and extra basil if desired. Serve family style along with cooked rice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
343
calories
9g
protein
32g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 9g
- Saturated fat
- 20.1g
- Sodium
- 497 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.8g
4 servings per batch · ~185g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Curry Salmon have per serving?
Each serving provides 9g of protein and 343 calories, with 32g fat and 9g carbs. This recipe is very low in protein relative to calories and better used as a side than a primary protein source.
How long does Easy Curry Salmon take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe making 4 servings on the stovetop in a single batch. Cooking time is minimal for the number of meals produced.
Is Easy Curry Salmon good for fat loss?
At 343 calories per serving with only 9g protein, this recipe is calorie-efficient but lacks the protein density needed to preserve muscle during a fat loss phase on its own.
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