Description
This Chinese Steamed Fish recipe is a healthy and flavorful dish that highlights the delicate taste of fresh fish. Steamed to perfection with ginger, scallions, and a savory sauce, this dish is quick to prepare and makes for an impressive meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Ingredients
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- 1 whole fish (such as sea bass, tilapia, or red snapper), cleaned and scaled
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 3 slices ginger, julienned
- 2 scallions, sliced thinly (whites and greens separated)
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
- Cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish:
- Rinse the fish thoroughly inside and out. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Score the fish on both sides to help it cook evenly and absorb flavors.
- Season the Fish:
- Place the fish on a heatproof plate or in a shallow dish that fits in your steamer.
- Sprinkle the fish with soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, and sugar, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Add Aromatics:
- Top the fish with ginger slices and the white parts of the scallions.
- Steam the Fish:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place the plate or dish with the fish in a steamer basket above the boiling water (ensure that water doesn’t touch the fish).
- Cover and steam for 8-12 minutes depending on the size and thickness of your fish. It’s done when it’s opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve:
- Carefully remove the fish from the steamer. Garnish with scallion greens, red chili slices, and cilantro leaves if using.
- Serve immediately with some of the steaming liquid poured over it.
Notes
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your fish; thicker fillets may require longer steaming.
- For added flavor, consider adding sliced shiitake mushrooms or bok choy to steam alongside the fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg