Microwave Red Curry Poached Salmon offers a brilliant blend of convenience and flavor, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This method ensures that the salmon remains tender and moist, infused with the aromatic spices of red curry and coconut milk. It’s a straightforward recipe that showcases how the microwave can be a handy tool for preparing seafood with minimal effort and maximum taste. Perfect for busy days when you crave something deliciously different without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets (about 6-8 ounces each)
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons red curry paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or fish sauce)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked rice or steamed vegetables (to serve)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a microwave-safe dish or bowl, combine the coconut milk, red curry paste, soy sauce (or fish sauce), lime juice, and brown sugar (if using). Mix well until smooth.
2. Add Salmon:
   • Place the salmon fillets into the sauce, skin-side down if they have skin. Spoon some of the sauce over the top of each fillet.
3. Microwave:
   • Cover the dish loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
   • Microwave on high for about 4-6 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets and the power of your microwave. Check after 4 minutes to see if the salmon flakes easily with a fork; if not, continue microwaving in 1-minute increments until done.
4. Serve:
   • Carefully remove the dish from the microwave. Use a fork to lift the salmon fillets onto serving plates.
   • Spoon some of the sauce over each fillet. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
   • Serve hot with cooked rice or steamed vegetables on the side.

This method preserves the delicate texture of the salmon while infusing it with the flavors of coconut milk, red curry, and lime. Enjoy your Microwave Red Curry Poached Salmon!