Salmon Poached in Curry Cream Sauce

 

This month’s fish offering is Salmon Poached in Curry Cream Sauce, a dish that perfectly blends the richness of tender salmon with a fragrant, velvety sauce.This recipe features succulent salmon fillets gently poached in a luscious cream sauce infused with mild curry powder, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of fresh ginger, creating a harmonious balance of spice and citrus. With just a touch of cayenne for warmth and kosher salt to enhance the flavors, this elegant yet simple dish is ready in under 20 minutes. Ideal for a sophisticated dinner or a cozy night in.

Salmon Poached in Curry Cream Sauce

 ½ c. heavy whipping cream

2 t. mild curry powder

1 t. lemon juice

1 T. freshly grated ginger

¼ t. kosher salt

1/8 t. cayenne pepper

2 (4 oz.) salmon fillets

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Combine cream, curry powder, lemon juice, ginger, salt, and cayenne in a 9” skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and slide salmon into the cream. Cover and simmer until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 12 minutes depending upon the thickness of the fillets. Flip 1 to 2 times while cooking. Season with salt and pepper.

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