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Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce

Delicious Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce in 30 Minutes

This Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce recipe is a flavorful dish that transforms tender fish in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 12-14 oz Fish Fillet (skin-on) Choose flaky fish like grouper or red snapper.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil Infuses nutty richness.
  • 1.5-2 tbsp Soy Sauce Adds umami kick.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1/8 tsp Salt Adjust to preference.
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Aromatics
  • 1.5 inch piece Ginger (julienned) For aromatic warmth.
  • 4-5 stalks Scallions (julienned) Mild onion flavor.
  • 1 small Onion (thinly sliced) Adds sweetness.
  • 0.5 medium Carrot (julienned) Adds color and crunch.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic (minced) For depth of flavor.
  • 2 small Shallots (minced, optional) Intensifies flavor.

Equipment

  • Shallow steaming plate
  • Small pot
  • Steaming setup or large pot with steaming rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Fish: Place your fish fillet in a shallow steaming plate, skin-side down. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Prep the Aromatics: Julienne the ginger, carrots, and scallions. Slice the onion and mince the garlic and shallots.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a small pot, heat olive oil and sauté shallots and garlic. Add ginger, then soy sauce and seasonings. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Steam the Fish: Layer ginger, onions, and carrots on the fish, cover with foil, and steam for 8-9 minutes until flaky.
  5. Add Sauce and Scallions: Carefully pour the sauce over the fish and sprinkle scallions. Steam uncovered for an additional 4-6 minutes.
  6. Serve the Dish: Transfer fish to plates and garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your meal!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning and choose fish wisely for the best texture and flavor. Serve with rice.

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