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An exciting curry dish using canned salmon.
Posted on 10 October 2010
I had a serious craving for some curry, about 10 pm last night and I didn’t want to wait for any of the frozen meats we had in the freezer to thaw out. Kinda late to be eating a heavy meal, but eating late is the norm for me (and it shows). I hit the pantry and found a couple cans of pink salmon, so I decided to make one of those quick dishes that doesn’t get the acclamation it deserves. BTW, here’s another way to make this dish without the curry: Gourmet salmon from a can?
You’ll Need…
1 can Salmon – 213g (I used Pink Pacific)
1 small onion sliced
2 cloves garlic sliced/crushed
1/4 hot pepper (optional, but adds the kick to the curry)
1 scallion
1 teaspoon curry powder (your favorite)
1 tablespoon oil
dash of black pepper
* You’ll notice that I didn’t add any salt, as I find that most canned foods are already loaded with salt. Add as you feel is necessary.
Prep the onion, garlic, pepper and scallion. Then in a saucepan on medium/high heat, heat the oil. Add the sliced onion and garlic and cook for a couple minutes on medium heat. Allow to soften and release it’s natural oils.
Now add the slices of hot pepper and allow to cook for about a minute, then add the curry powder and stir well. Let that cook (stir) cook for about 2 minutes, then add about 5 tablespoons of water and stir to pick up all the curry that may be stuck to the bottom of the pot.
Turn down the heat to low and allow the curry paste to cook for about 3-5 minutes… until all the liquid cooks off. The next step is to empty the can of salmon into the pot and break apart (add the liquid from the can as well). Try to keep it in flakes, so there’s some texture to the final outcome. Mix in the scallion and tomato and cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer (covered).
With the lid on, it will spring some of it’s own juices. Cook this for about 5 minutes or until it thickens a bit. Remember to stir a couple times, but try not to break-up the fish too much.
I had some leftover rice in the fridge, so it was a complete meal. I really wish I could add some slices of cucumber to my plate, but cucumber and late nights does not work well for my digestion.
This is a super-fast way to enjoy a lovely curry fish meal, that’s full of body and a unique punch of flavors. Before I go I’d like to remind you to leave me your comments below (it’s always appreciated), share this recipe with your friends by sending them the link to the website and do join us on Facebook as we grow our already large Caribbean food community. All you have to do is click on the facebook image below to get started.
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This certainly sounds creative and easy. I will try it soon.
man u make that curry salmon to
Tried this for my hubby. he loved it. i loved it too because it was simple to make.
Good recipe. Easy to make
The is one of the easiest and quickest meals to prepare and oh so good.
Thanks Chris for your great recipes…
This recipe sounds ideal for a busy day. Planning to try soon.
Lois
Don'y forget to squeeze half a lime to cut the freshness
Wow Chris thanks again that looks quick and amazingly good!
very delicious recipe
i tried it and its extremely easy to make
Chris you are amazing…so creative..i'll definitely try this dish…love salmon…today i tried coconut sweet bread and it came out perfect…it tastes absolutely delicious…reminded me of my friend Edith Ocho…who made this cake for me so many times when I used to live there…
I made this last nite and it was soooooooooo good! i wasnt sure about how i felt with curry and salmon together but it was absolutely awesome. This is the second recipe from this site that I have tried that was perfect! Thanks
Looking forward to trying this. Happy to see the no salt as you are right there is more then enough in the canned salmon. Judy 1st day of lent
hey Christ i visit my folks for Good Friday and we make this dish except we don't put curry, we put fine tyme celery,parsley, sweetpepper, everything else is the same and we boil all the provision you could think about stew lentil ,rice, Mackerel in the tin done the same way as the salmon for those who don't like salmon, toss green salad with water cress and a bottle of red wine my father does not like white wine for Good Friday.
have a solemn holy week and a blessed Easter.
Donna
Hi Chris:
This recipe looks like something I will have to try immediately. I will let you know how it comes out. I have no doubt that it will be a crowd favorite!!
Peace,
Karen
Chris, this looks delish I'll have to try.
I googled salmon curry last night and came across your recipe, made it and it was EXCELLENT so yum! The only difference I added a can of crushed tomatoes yum
Hi Chris, Ok I made this last night. I'm not really a salmon girl but my daughter loves it and its usually easy to make on a late night, this and corned beef. I have to say that I was a bit disappointed because I thought the touch of curry and hot pepper would have added a big punch but for me it didnt do that. I think the dish is awesome but I can do with or without the curry and this is how I usually make it anyways. I still think you are great, I love the site and have been making a dish a night almost. Its great to have such clear directions and serving sizes.
Thank you.
This is awesome i cent stop eating it
Peace
It is fab, fab, fab,. Easy to make, even more nutritious with brown rice / /broccoli
. When I run out of tins of salmon I'm gonna try tuna!
fast dish I would like to try that soon.
I will certainly try that dish some time. I love salmon. Thanks Chris.
This is awesome i cent stop eating it
Peace
Never thought of it…looks real easy. Will Try
Hi Chris,great dish again.just a few ideas,you can use pimento peppers and shadon beni if you have ,Also try grinding the garlic,,it adds more flavour,it makes this dish mouth watering. You can also squeeze half of of a lime ,helps to cut the freshness.ok!!!!!
Thanks Chris this curry salmon recipe is indeed a must try. I am sure it will go well with white rice mmmm….
I made it…it was my first time making salmon,and it was dddeelicious.great recipe.thnx,it will become one of my regulars.
this was the first meal i ever learned how to cook; it's really delicious..i tend to add potatoes (alloo) too…oh gosh there are no words haha! yummmmm!!