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Salmon Tikka Masala  

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.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 283 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

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 to make it DF, W30)
  • 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

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  1. Season salmon with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric.
  2. Melt ghee or oil in 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Stir in coconut milk and add the salmon, turning to evenly coat.
  5. Simmer to a gentle boil and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through.
  6. Serve garnished with cilantro.

Notes

  • *check labels for whole30compliant

Nutrition Information

Serving 1piece salmon, 1/2 cup sauce Calories 283kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 8.5g (3%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 500.5mg (21%) Fiber 1.5g (6%) Sugar 3.5g (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 283

% Daily Value*

Serving 1piece salmon, 1/2 cup sauce
Calories 283kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 8.5g 3%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 500.5mg 21%
Fiber 1.5g 6%
Sugar 3.5g 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.