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    Home » Instant Pot Recipes

    Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon

    Published: Jan 18, 2019 · Modified: May 17, 2021 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 24 Comments

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    Tender, flaky salmon coated in warm tandoori spice blend is our go-to recipe on busy weeknights as well as for weekend gatherings with friends and family.

    Tandoori Salmon in a white platter with sliced lemons,red onions, and cilantro around the fish.

    Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon

    Once marinated in the mouth-watering tandoori spice blend, you can cook the salmon by broiling or baking in the oven, cooking on an outdoor grill in the summers, or for a more fool-proof option try this Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon recipe.

    ingredients to make tandoori salmon

    Why we love this Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon Recipe?

    • Perfectly cooked, tender, flaky salmon every time
    • Same pressure cook time regardless of the quantity
    • All the flavors are locked in as the marinade stays coated on the salmon fillets
    • No smelly kitchen

    Here are my 5-tips on buying the best Salmon:

    • Fresh fish, including salmon, should not have the bad "fishy" smell
    • Salmon should look bright & shiny, not dull
    • Choose wild salmon over farmed if you can afford and have an option
    • Buy farmed US Atlantic Salmon when the wild salmon is not available
    • Consider buying frozen salmon from a store or fishmonger you trust.

    EASY step by step recipe for Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon:

    Wash and pat dry salmon with a paper towel and cut into 5 to 6 pieces. In a medium bowl mix ginger, garlic, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric, lemon juice, oil, and salt. Spread the marinade evenly on the salmon and line the salmon pieces in a steamer basket.

    salmon in steamer basket

    Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot insert.

    instant pot with water in it

    Place the steamer basket inside the Instant Pot.

    salmon in steamer basket in Instant Pot

    Close the Instant Pot lid with pressure release to sealing. Select the Pressure Cook/Manual Setting and adjust the cooking time to 3 mins high pressure. Quick release and open the Instant Pot.

    cooked salmon in Instant Pot

    Enjoy hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon and thinly sliced red onions.

    We love pair Tandoori salmon with Kale Salad with Almonds or Saffron Risotto!

    Tandoori Salmon served with kale salad in a white plate. Bowl of salad and a platter with tandoori salmon on the side

    Love Salmon? Here are our other favorite recipes:

    • Methi Garlic Salmon
    • Salmon tikka Masala Skewers
    • Baked Salmon with herb chutney

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    Tandoori Salmon fillets in a white platter surrounded by sliced lemons, sliced onions and cilantro
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    Instant Pot Tandoori Salmon

    Tender, flaky salmon coated in warm tandoori spice is our go-to recipe on a busy weeknight as well as for weekend gatherings with friends and family.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 280kcal
    Author: Archana Mundhe

    Ingredients

    • 1½ pounds salmon boneless fillets, about 1 inch thick
    • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
    • 1 tablespoon garlic pressed
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala
    • ½ to 1 tablespoon red chili powder Kashmiri or any mild variety
    • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon oil
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

    Instructions

    • Wash and pat dry salmon with a paper towel and cut into 5 to 6 pieces.
    • In a medium bowl mix ginger, garlic, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric, lemon juice, oil, and salt. Spread the marinade evenly on the salmon. Arrange the salmon pieces on the steamer basket with the skin side down.
    • Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot insert. Place the steamer basket inside the Instant Pot.
    • Close the Instant Pot lid with pressure release to sealing. Select the Pressure Cook/Manual Setting and adjust the cooking time to 3 mins high pressure. Quick release and open the Instant Pot. Enjoy hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon and thinly sliced red onions.

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    Notes

    Notes:
    1. Always quick release when cooking fish in the Instant Pot to avoid overcooking. 
    2. This recipe makes well-done salmon, if you like it medium-rare or medium, pressure cook it for just 1 to 2 minutes. 
    Oven Recipe:
    https://ministryofcurry.com/tandoori-salmon/

    Nutrition

    Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 656mg | Potassium: 833mg | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 2.1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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    Author: Archana

    Hey there! I am a techie turned recipe developer, cooking instructor, and food blogger. I love food and enjoy developing easy and healthy recipes for busy lifestyles. I live in New Jersey with my husband and two sons.
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    1. Jayeeta Basu says

      January 19, 2019 at 12:51 am

      Salmon is one of my favourite fishes. It is best served in baked version. I liked the spices you used in this recipe. 🙂

      Reply
      • Archana says

        January 20, 2019 at 6:39 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Safia N says

      January 30, 2019 at 12:06 pm

      I tried this yesterday and voila! so easy quick and yummy! salmon had that melt in the mouth texture! Mine was not completely thawed by the time I had to make it, so I added two more minutes to pressure cooking.5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        January 30, 2019 at 12:12 pm

        Thank you for the feedback! And yes good idea to add extra 2 mins for frozen fish

        Reply
    3. Ruchika says

      May 01, 2019 at 9:33 pm

      I tried this for dinner today and it turned out perfect! I used frozen salmon as well and added 2 minutes as suggested in the previous comment. I wonder if I can make the outer layer (especially the marinade) a bit crunchy by broiling it in the oven for a few minutes, or will it dry out the fish?

      This one is definitely going to be a favorite weeknight dinner. Thank you!5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        May 09, 2019 at 8:01 pm

        Yes you can def broil for a few mins!

        Reply
      • Mithul says

        May 11, 2019 at 8:47 pm

        I do not have a steamer basket. Is it necessary for this recipe or can I just put the salmon skin side down in the instant pot directly?

        Reply
        • Archana says

          May 12, 2019 at 9:03 pm

          You cannot keep it directly in the pot but you can use the trivet that came with the Instant Pot to place the Salmon

          Reply
          • Shruti says

            October 11, 2019 at 2:52 pm

            Hi! If I am using the trivet, do I still add water under it?

            Reply
            • Archana says

              October 13, 2019 at 7:39 pm

              yes! water is needed for the Instant Pot to build pressure.

    4. Umme abdullah says

      May 12, 2019 at 2:16 pm

      The salmon cooked really well and it was super easy! And the best part of cooking it in the IP is that it doesn’t leave behind any strong odour in the kitchen5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        May 12, 2019 at 9:02 pm

        I am so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the feedback

        Reply
    5. Terri says

      July 23, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      I just made this for dinner and absolutely LOVED it!! It's definitely my new favorite way to make salmon. YUM!!!!5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        July 23, 2019 at 6:23 pm

        Thank you so much Terri

        Reply
    6. Maliha says

      April 06, 2020 at 5:29 pm

      Do you have recommendation for instant pot use without steaming basket? I don't have one yet

      Reply
      • Archana says

        April 06, 2020 at 5:53 pm

        You can place it on the trivet that came with the Instant Pot

        Reply
    7. Swarna says

      April 10, 2020 at 10:42 pm

      Hi Archana, I'm so excited to try this recipe. If I wanted to bake it, what temperature and how long do you suggest?

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Archana says

        April 11, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        I usually broil on 425 for 10 minutes. You can bake at 370 for 15 to 20 mins

        Reply
    8. Tim Kell says

      June 25, 2020 at 7:58 am

      Can you use red tandoori seasoning ? How would you adjust the recipe ?5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        June 25, 2020 at 10:05 pm

        Yes you can! Usually 1 to 2 tablespoons per pound of salmon and most tandoori spices also have ginger, garlic and salt too. I would simple add some oil and lemon juice and follow the cooking directions.

        Reply
    9. Hemi says

      December 19, 2020 at 9:56 am

      I made it last night for my husband (I am vegetarian) he said it was delicious!! Also , we broiled it after taking it out just to intensify the color and flavor.

      Thanks for the recipe. Very easy and quick

      Thanks
      Hemi

      Reply
    10. Mrs P says

      February 06, 2021 at 3:15 pm

      Authentic & so well cooked within 3m!!.
      Thank you for this & all your recipes, you're a star!!5 stars

      Reply
    11. Leola says

      December 19, 2021 at 10:04 pm

      bf can't stop raving about it, delicious and not hard to make1 i don't have the pepper spice so i just use a few drops of a local hot sauce that we have. i also never use disposables in cooking -- find it unnecessary to pat dry, or use parchment paper. we put onion slabs under the salmon to keep the fish moist and add a bit to the dish. love that this doesn't have sugar - too many salmon recipes have some form of sugar. this recipe works great with steelhead trout also.5 stars

      Reply
      • Leola says

        December 19, 2021 at 10:08 pm

        oh no i just realized my above review is somehow for the instapot recipe - i didn't make the instapot recipe, i made mihistryofcurry's version that is done with using the broiler

        Reply

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