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Indian Spiced Salmon with Red Lentil Dal

Salmon fillets poached directly in a spiced red lentil dal for a deeply satisfying one-pot dinner that is rich in protein and omega-3. An inspired combination ready in just 25 minutes.

4.7 (3)
Prep
10min
Cook
22min
Total
32min
Serves
4

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Indian Spiced Salmon with Red Lentil Dal

Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 4 x 130g salmon fillets
  • 200g red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 x 400ml tin coconut milk
  • 400ml fish or vegetable stock
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp medium curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 2 tbsp groundnut oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh coriander and lime wedges, to serve

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3 reviews

  • Luke G.

    The coconut milk makes the dal so rich and creamy. Really great recipe.

    22 Apr 2026

  • Rebecca J.

    Such a nourishing, deeply flavoured dish. My new weekly staple.

    15 Apr 2026

  • Kiran P.

    Absolute genius combination. The lentil dal with salmon is inspired.

    8 Apr 2026

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