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The Best Salmon Stew Recipe

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3.9 from 13 reviews

A hearty and flavorful salmon stew featuring tender salmon pieces simmered with potatoes, carrots, celery root, and aromatic herbs in a creamy coconut milk and tomato broth. This comforting dish combines fresh ingredients with warm spices for a perfect 40-minute meal ideal for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Seafood

  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon (center-cut, skinless, boneless)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 pound small baby potatoes (washed, cut in half)
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery root
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 6 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1/2 lemon

Liquids & Canned

  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable stock

Oils & Fats

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon tapioca starch
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Dairy

  • 1/2 cup diced feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon on a cutting board and carefully slice it crosswise into 1-inch thick strips to ensure even cooking and easy serving.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, halved baby potatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery root. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring often to prevent sticking and to begin softening the vegetables.
  3. Thicken and Simmer Base: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of tapioca starch over the vegetables and stir constantly for 2 minutes to coat and slightly thicken. Then pour in the coconut milk, diced tomatoes, minced garlic, vegetable stock, bay leaves, red chili flakes, lemon zest, and fresh thyme sprigs. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 8 minutes to meld the flavors. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste.
  4. Add Salmon & Simmer: Gently nestle the salmon strips into the vegetable stew, ensuring the pieces are barely covered by the liquid. Return the pan to a very low simmer, cover it, and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is slightly underdone, preserving a tender texture.
  5. Finish & Serve: Remove the stew from heat. Sprinkle chopped parsley and diced feta cheese evenly over the top. Finally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish to add brightness and serve warm for a delicious, comforting meal.

Notes

  • To keep the salmon tender, avoid overcooking; it should be slightly underdone when removed from heat as it will continue to cook in the residual heat.
  • You can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese for a creamier texture or omit it for a dairy-free version.
  • If baby potatoes are unavailable, small red or Yukon gold potatoes can be used instead.
  • Add more or less chili flakes depending on your preferred spice level.
  • For a thicker stew, increase tapioca starch slightly but add gradually to avoid lumps.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/the-best-salmon-stew-recipe/