Creamy Coconut Lime Salmon with Rice

🥥 Creamy Coconut Lime Salmon with Rice 🍋🐟Flaky salmon nestled in a rich coconut-lime sauce — creamy, zesty, and full of tropical flavor. A quick 30-minute meal that feels like an island getaway on your plate! 🌴✨🧂 IngredientsFor the Salmon:2 salmon filletsSalt & pepper, to taste1 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp butterFor the Coconut Lime Sauce:1 tbsp olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced½ small onion, finely chopped1 tsp fresh ginger, grated½ tsp paprika½ tsp chili flakes (optional)1 cup full-fat coconut milkJuice of 1 limeZest of ½ lime1 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsleySalt, to tasteFor Serving:Steamed jasmine or basmati riceLime wedgesExtra herbs for garnish👩‍🍳 Instructions1️⃣ Sear the SalmonPat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet.Place salmon skin-side down and sear for 3–4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes.Remove and set aside.2️⃣ Make the SauceIn the same skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.Add paprika and chili flakes.Pour in coconut milk, lime juice, and zest. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.3️⃣ CombineReturn salmon fillets to the pan. Spoon sauce over the fish and let simmer gently for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.4️⃣ ServeServe salmon over a bed of steamed rice.Drizzle with extra sauce and garnish with herbs and lime wedges.✨ Chef’s Tip💡 Use fresh lime juice for a vibrant, tangy kick.🌿 Swap parsley for cilantro for a stronger tropical vibe.🍚 Add sautéed spinach or bok choy for extra



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