Recipe of the Week - Salmon Tikka Masala

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Salmon Tikka Masala is a delicious Indian-inspired dish in a creamy tomato based sauce made with coconut milk and spices, perfect served with naan, roti, or over rice.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 1/2 lbs skinless salmon fillet, cut into 4 pieces

  • 1/2 tablespoon ghee, or coconut oil

  • 1/2 small onion, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 3/4 teaspoon turmeric, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 3/4 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1 cup canned petite diced tomatoes

  • 4 tablespoons full fat canned coconut milk*, shake well

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Season salmon with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric.

  • Melt butter a medium skillet over medium heat, add onion, garlic, ginger and 6 spices (from turmeric to cardamom) and saute until the vegetables are soft and the spices are fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  • Transfer to a blender along with tomatoes and blend until smooth, pour back into the skillet and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, simmer covered on low heat 15 to 20 minutes, until the flavors meld.

  • Stir in coconut milk and add the salmon, turning to evenly coat.

  • Simmer to a gentle boil and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through.

  • Serve garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size: 1 Piece Salmon, 1/2 Cup Sauce

  • Calories: 283

  • Carbohydrates: 8.5g

  • Protein: 30g

  • Fat: 14g

  • Saturated Fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 82mg

  • Sodium: 500.5mg

  • Fiber: 1.5g

  • Sugar: 3.5g