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Salmon Tikka Masala

4.94 from 15 votes

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

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Yield: 4 servings

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

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

Notes

*check labels for whole30compliant

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece salmon, 1/2 cup sauce, Calories: 283kcal, Carbohydrates: 8.5g, Protein: 30g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 82mg, Sodium: 500.5mg, Fiber: 1.5g, Sugar: 3.5g

- WW Points: 2

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