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Salmon stew recipe

Quick and Tasty Salmon Stew Recipe for Busy Weeknights

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh salmon fillets, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cupdiced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium carrot, sliced
  • 1 cup fish or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prep theIngredients
     Start by getting allyour ingredients ready. Chop the onion, finely mince the garlic, and slice thecarrot. Peel and cut the potatoes into small, bite-sized cubes. Cut the salmonfillets into chunks, discarding the skin if needed.
    Salmon stew recipe
  • Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
     Warm the olive oil in a large pot over mediumheat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until it becomestender. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, allowing itsfragrant aroma to develop.
  • Step 3: Addthe Vegetables
    Toss in the diced potatoesand sliced carrots, stirring well to coat them in the aromatic mixture.Sprinkle the paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and dried thyme over thevegetables. Stir everything together to ensure even seasoning.
    Salmon stew recipe
  • Step 4: Build the Broth
    Pour in the fish orvegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the dicedtomatoes, stirring well to combine. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for10 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and the flavors to meld.
  • Step 5: Incorporate the Salmon
    Gently add the chunks ofsalmon to the simmering pot, ensuring they’re evenly distributed. Pour in thecoconut milk for a creamy, rich texture. Stir gently to avoid breaking thedelicate salmon pieces.
    Salmon stew recipe
  • Step 6: Simmer and Season
    Let the stew simmer for anadditional 8–10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakeseasily with a fork.
  • Step 7: Garnish and Serve
    Remove the pot from heatand sprinkle fresh parsley over the stew for a burst of color and flavor. Servethe salmon stew hot, accompanied by crusty bread or steamed rice for a completemeal.
    Salmon stew recipe