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Baked One Pan Garlic Butter Coconut Salmon Recipe

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This Baked One Pan Garlic Butter Coconut Salmon recipe offers a flavorful, easy-to-make dish combining tender salmon fillets broiled and then baked in a rich coconut milk garlic butter sauce with hints of lime, ginger, and jalapeño heat. Paired with a fresh mango avocado salsa, it’s a vibrant and healthy dinner perfect for any weeknight or special occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Salmon and Sauce Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 (6 ounce) thick cut salmon filets
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 shallots, sliced or chopped
  • 1-2 jalapeños, seeded if desired, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons lemon thyme (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups canned full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon tamari, soy sauce, or fish sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons lime zest + additional lime juice (for salsa)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Salsa Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh basil, torn
  • 2 avocados, sliced or diced
  • 1 cup mango chunks
  • 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime zest plus lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Broil Salmon: Preheat your oven to the broil setting. In a baking dish, add 3 tablespoons of butter and place the salmon fillets on top. Drizzle the salmon with honey, then season generously with salt and black pepper. Broil for about 5 minutes until the salmon has a crispy top layer.
  2. Prepare Sauce and Bake: Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C). Remove the baking dish from the oven and add the chopped garlic, shallots, jalapeños, ground ginger, and lemon thyme if using. Pour the canned coconut milk over the salmon and vegetables, then add the tamari (or soy/fish sauce) and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to combine. Distribute the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in pats over the top of the salmon. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly and the salmon is cooked through to your preferred doneness.
  3. Make the Mango Avocado Salsa: While the salmon bakes, combine the torn basil leaves, diced or sliced avocados, mango chunks, chopped cilantro, and lime zest with additional lime juice in a bowl. Mix gently to combine all flavors. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.
  4. Serve: Serve the baked salmon fillets and coconut garlic butter sauce over bowls of steamed rice. Top generously with the prepared mango avocado salsa and fresh basil for a colorful, fresh finish.

Notes

  • Use thick cut salmon fillets for best texture and to avoid overcooking during broiling and baking.
  • Adjust jalapeños by removing seeds or quantity depending on your heat preference.
  • Full-fat coconut milk is essential for a rich, creamy sauce.
  • Serve with steamed jasmine or basmati rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.
  • Lemon thyme is optional but adds a subtle, fragrant note.
  • Honey helps balance the savory and spicy components but can be omitted or substituted with maple syrup.
  • This dish can be gluten-free if using tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Fusion, with tropical and Asian-inspired flavors
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/baked-one-pan-garlic-butter-coconut-salmon-recipe/