Creamy Coconut Cilantro-Lime Salmon with Todd Perkins | Dads That Cook

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being lower in calories.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar retains some nutrients and has a lower glycemic index.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: cow's milk

Almond milk reduces calories while still providing a creamy texture.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is less expensive.

Heat a pan over medium-high heat.

Season the Atlantic salmon with kosher salt and white pepper.

Place the salmon flesh side down in the hot pan and sear for about 1.5 to 2 minutes until crisp.

Transfer the pan to a 350°F oven without flipping the salmon.

Bake the salmon in the oven for about 8 to 10 minutes.

Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before removing the skin.

In a bowl, combine half a can of coconut milk with the juice of 3 limes, minced garlic, olive oil, kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.

Peel and cube the sweet potato, then boil it in water for about 20 minutes until tender.

Strain the sweet potatoes and mash them with a tablespoon of coconut milk and kosher salt.

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