Pan Roasted Salmon with Ginger and Curry
Elevate your weeknight dining with this vibrant and flavor-packed Pan Roasted Salmon with Ginger and Curry. Perfectly seared salmon fillets boast a golden, crispy skin while remaining tender and flaky inside. The dish is brought to life with an aromatic sauce made from fresh ginger, curry powder, and garlic, enriched with a hint of butter and a zesty splash of lemon juice. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, pairs beautifully with steamed rice, sautéed vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and added freshness. Light, healthy, and bursting with bold spices, this salmon recipe is a surefire way to bring gourmet flavor to your table. Ideal for seafood lovers seeking a delightful twist on a classic pan-seared favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on preferable)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, combine grated ginger, curry powder, and minced garlic. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and the edges begin to turn opaque.
Carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, depending on the thickness of the fillets. Remove the salmon from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter to the skillet. Once the butter is melted, stir in the ginger-garlic-curry mixture. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Deglaze the skillet by adding lemon juice and stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
Return the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning the curry-ginger sauce over the top of each piece. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through and infuse the salmon with flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the salmon with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve the salmon immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed rice, sautéed vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.7 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2237 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 100.8 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 57.1 mcg | 285% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2028 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
