Salmon Curry Recipe

Salmon Curry Recipe

Indian style salmon curry made with salmon, onions, tomatoes, spices & herbs. Serve it with rice, roti or naan.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. salmon

    400 to 500 grams

  • 2 tablespoons oil)

    (I use coconut oil

  • ¼ teaspoon mustard seeds or fennel seeds
  • 1 to 2 sprigs curry leaves)

    (leave out if you don't have

  • 2 to 3 garlic cloves

    fine chopped or crushed

  • 1 cup onion

    1 large

  • 1 green chili slit)

    (optional

  • ¼ cup tomato

    1 medium

  • ½ to ¾ teaspoon salt)
    (adjust to taste
  • 1 to 1¼ teaspoon red chilli powder)

    (plus more to sprinkle on salmon

  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric)

    (plus more to sprinkle

  • ½ teaspoon garam masala or cumin with a dash of hazelnut powder with black pepper
  • 1 to 1¼ teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons tamarind)
    (or 1 teaspoon amchur, or 2 tbsps lemon juice, adjust to taste
  • 1 to 1½ cups water)

    (use only as needed

  • ½ cup coconut milk)

    (optional

  • 2 sprigs coriander leaves

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring salmon to room temperature. Rinse it well under running water and pat dry with a kitchen tissue.

  2. 2

    If using tamarind, soak it in half cup hot water.

  3. 3

    Pour 1 tbsp oil to a nonstick pan and heat it.

  4. 4

    Pour 1 tablespoon oil to the pan and heat it.

Salmon Curry Recipe

Salmon Curry Recipe

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About this Recipe

Craving a rich, aromatic, and deeply flavorful Indian-style curry that comes together faster than takeout? This Salmon Curry recipe delivers a vibrant and satisfying meal, perfect for any night of the week, bringing the warmth of Indian spices right to your kitchen.

What makes this recipe truly special is the harmonious blend of fresh salmon with classic Indian flavors. Finely chopped onions and tomatoes form a savory base, infused with a symphony of spices like red chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and garam masala. This combination ensures a balanced, complex, and utterly delicious curry that showcases the natural richness of the salmon.

Prepare to enjoy wonderfully tender, flaky salmon nestled in a robust, savory gravy. This Indian-style curry is a symphony of flavors: you'll taste the bright tang of tamarind balanced by the earthy warmth of turmeric and coriander, with a gentle kick from red chili powder. Aromatic curry leaves, alongside the subtle pop of mustard or fennel seeds, build an authentic depth in the sauce, while the optional coconut milk transforms the dish into a creamy, luxurious experience. This comforting salmon curry promises a deeply flavorful and aromatic journey for your palate, proving that restaurant-quality taste is achievable right at home.

Customizing your Salmon Curry is simple to fit your pantry and preferences. Don't have fresh tamarind? Feel free to use amchur (dried mango powder) or fresh lemon juice for a similar bright, tangy note. If curry leaves aren't available, the curry will still be incredibly flavorful without them. For a creamy texture, be sure to include the optional coconut milk. You can also swap mustard seeds for fennel seeds, or use cumin with a dash of hazelnut powder and black pepper if garam masala isn't on hand.

Serve this delectable Indian-style Salmon Curry warm with fluffy rice to soak up every last drop of the rich sauce. It also pairs beautifully with traditional Indian breads like roti or naan for a complete and satisfying meal.

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