Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh salmon
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 heaping tablespoons Thai red curry paste
• 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce (optional but recommended)
• 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
• 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
• 1 cup chopped broccolini
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn or chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Prepare the salmon:
   • Cut the salmon into 4 equal portions.
   • Pat the salmon dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the salmon:
   • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Place the salmon in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 5 minutes.
   • Flip the salmon and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until nearly cooked through.
   • If the salmon sticks, let it cook longer to naturally release before flipping.
3. Remove the salmon:
   • Transfer the cooked salmon to a plate.
   • If you prefer, remove the skin before returning the salmon to the pan.
4. Make the curry sauce:
   • Remove some oil from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
   • Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until lightly browned.
   • Stir in garlic and red curry paste, cooking for an additional minute.
5. Add the remaining ingredients:
   • Stir in the fish sauce (if using), coconut milk, brown sugar, carrots, and broccolini.
   • Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
   • Cook longer if you prefer softer veggies.
6. Finish the dish:
   • Stir in lime juice and return the salmon to the pan to warm through for a couple of minutes.
   • Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
7. Serve:
   • Top with fresh basil and cilantro.
   • Serve immediately.

Notes:

• For best results, use a creamy coconut milk like Thai Kitchen, which is thick and not watery. Thai Kitchen red curry paste is also a great option.
• If you prefer not to use fish sauce, you can substitute with soy sauce, although it won't provide the same depth of flavor.
• You can chop your own carrots instead of using matchstick-cut carrots and substitute broccoli for broccolini if preferred. Just make sure to cut everything into small pieces for even cooking.

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