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Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce

Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce: A Healthy Delight

Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce is a healthy, quick, and flavorful dish that transforms an ordinary evening into something extraordinary.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 2 fillets Fish Fillet Any firm white fish like grouper or salmon.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil For coating the fish.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly julienned.
  • 1 stalk Scallions Julienned, both white and green parts.
  • 1 medium Onion Julienned; can substitute with shallots.
  • 1 medium Carrot Julienned.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Mince for flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing aromatics.
  • 1 medium Shallots Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Medium Skillet
  • Heatproof Plate
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Massage the fish fillets with toasted sesame oil, season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
  2. Julienne the ginger, carrot, and onion, mince the garlic, and gather the scallions.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant, then add ginger, soy sauce, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Place the fish in a heatproof plate, layer with ginger and carrot, cover with foil, and steam for 8-9 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil, pour the sauce over the fish, top with scallions, cover, and steam for an additional 4-6 minutes.
  6. Remove from steamer, garnish if desired, and serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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