Salmon Saag (Salmon in Spiced Spinach)
Seared salmon fillets set in a deep green, garlicky spinach sauce for an easy weeknight curry.
Made with Curry base sauce (onion and tomato) and Saag (spiced spinach) base. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.05 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Pat the salmon dry and rub with the turmeric and salt.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan over a medium high heat. Sear the salmon for 3 minutes on each side until golden, then lift onto a plate.
6 min - 3
Add the remaining oil to the pan with the garlic and cumin and fry for 1 minute.
1 min - 4
Stir in your ready made saag spinach base and curry base sauce (see the base recipes). Simmer for 8 minutes, until hot and thick.
8 min - 5
Return the salmon to the sauce, cover and cook gently for 3 to 4 minutes until just cooked through.
3 min 30 s - 6
Sprinkle over the garam masala and lemon juice. Serve with rice or gluten free flatbreads.
Tips
- Sear the salmon first for a golden crust, then finish gently in the sauce so it stays moist.
- If your spinach sauce looks dull, a squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the colour and flavour.
Storing and freezing
Keeps 1 day in the fridge, cooled within 1 to 2 hours. Reheat gently until steaming hot all the way through. Freezing is not recommended once the salmon is cooked.
Questions
Can I use frozen salmon?
Yes. Thaw it fully in the fridge overnight and pat it very dry before searing, or it will steam instead of browning.
Can I add potatoes?
Yes. Add 300 g par boiled, diced new potatoes with the sauce for a heartier saag aloo style salmon.
More made with curry base sauce (onion and tomato)
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EFNFVKing Prawn Dopiaza (Double Onion Prawn Curry)
GFDFEFTinned Tuna Curry with Potatoes and Peas
GFDFEFSee every dish made with curry base sauce (onion and tomato)
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
