Tandoori Spiced Salmon
This Spiced Salmon with Greek Yogurt Sauce is a flavorful Indian-inspired dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for dinner. The salmon is marinated in aromatic spices and served with a creamy yogurt sauce, making it a delightful meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Author
- Bebe Size
- Prep Time
- 20 minutes
- Cook Time
- 10 minutes
- Servings
- 2
- Cuisine
- Indian
Ingredients
- 1 lb Salmon fillets, skin-on or skinless
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 1 tbsp Kasturi methi, dried fenugreek leaves
- 1/2 tsp Tandoori masala
- 3/4 tsp Chili powder
- 1/2 tsp Ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch Sugar
- 1/2 Juice Lime
- 1 tbsp Oil, vegetable or olive
Directions
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Score lightly if thick to allow marinade to penetrate better.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Kasturi methi, Tandoori masala, chili powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, salt, sugar, and lime juice. Mix well until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
- Marinate the Salmon: Rub the marinade over all sides of the salmon. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
- While the salmon is marinating, heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated salmon fillets to the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, until the salmon is golden brown and releases easily from the pan.Flip the salmon fillets gently and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the salmon is cooked through but still moist.
- Oven Broil (for a charred finish): Preheat broiler to 500°F. Place salmon on a foil-lined tray or wire rack. Broil for 6–8 minutes until slightly charred and cooked through.
- Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F. Air fry salmon for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway if desired.
