Turmeric salmon with coconut crisp for a healthy dinner

Ingredients for Turmeric salmon with coconut crisp

• 75 ml extra-virgin olive oil, divided

• 2 bunches swiss chard, ribs and stems removed and finely chopped, leaves coarsely chopped (keep separate)

• 1 large shallot, thinly sliced

• 1 piece ginger (7.5 cm), peeled, thinly sliced lengthwise

• kosher salt

• 2.5 ml ground turmeric

• 680 g skinless salmon fillet, preferably centre cut

• 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

• ½ serrano chilli, thinly sliced

• 120 g unsweetened coconut flakes

• freshly ground black pepper

How to make Turmeric salmon with coconut crisp

1. Preheat the oven to 150°C (fan) or 160°C (conventional).

2. Heat 30 ml of oil in a large ovenproof frying pan over medium-high heat.

3. Add the Swiss chard ribs and stems, shallot, and ginger, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallot is softened but not browned, about 3 minutes.

4. Add the Swiss chard leaves and cook, stirring, until they are partly wilted, about 3 minutes.

5. Remove from the heat and season with salt.

6. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 30 ml of oil and turmeric.

7. Place the salmon, skin side down, on top of the greens in the frying pan.

8. Season the salmon with salt and coat it with the turmeric oil.

9. Transfer the frying pan to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the salmon is just opaque in the centre and flakes easily, and the greens are tender.

10. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 15 ml of oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.

11. Add the garlic, chilli, and coconut flakes, and cook, stirring often, until the garlic and coconut turn golden, about 5 minutes.

12. Transfer the coconut crisp to a small bowl and season lightly with salt.

13. Season the fish and greens with pepper; serve topped with the coconut crisp.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.