Go Back
+ servings
Steamed Soy & Ginger Fish

Delicious Steamed Soy & Ginger Fish: Quick Healthy Meal

Enjoy the rich flavors of Steamed Soy & Ginger Fish, a quick and healthy meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 2 fillets Fish Fillets (e.g., Seabass, Snapper, Salmon) Feel free to swap for any firm white fish like cod or tilapia.
  • 4 cm Ginger Finely julienned, fresh ginger is preferred for the best flavor.
  • ¼ cup Light Soy Sauce Use tamari to keep it gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Lemon juice works as a great substitute.
For the Toppings
  • 1 bunch Spring Onions (Scallions) Green onions can also be used as an alternative.
  • 1 Long Red Chilli Deseeded and sliced.
For the Cooking Oil
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil will suffice.
  • 3 tbsp Sesame Oil Another oil can be substituted but will alter the dish's profile.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Steamed Rice Choose any variety, such as jasmine or basmati.

Equipment

  • Deep pan
  • Heatproof plate
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Steamed Soy & Ginger Fish
  1. Begin by slicing the spring onions lengthwise into thin strips, then soak them in a bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Create a makeshift steamer by placing a heatproof plate inside a deep pan and elevating it with a foil trivet. Cover the pan with a lid and bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Arrange your fish fillets on the heatproof plate, ensuring they are neatly spaced apart. Top each fillet with the finely julienned ginger. Mix the light soy sauce and lime juice and drizzle this over the fish.
  4. Once the water is boiling, carefully position the plate with the fish on the trivet inside the pan. Cover tightly and steam the fillets for about 12 minutes.
  5. While the fish is steaming, heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil along with the sesame oil until bubbling.
  6. Carefully remove the plate from the steamer. Top the fish with the soaked spring onions and drizzle the hot oil over the dish. Garnish with the sliced red chili and serve immediately over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use the freshest ingredients available. Adjust cooking times depending on the thickness of the fish fillets.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!