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Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce

Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce for a Flavorful Feast

This Steamed Fish with Ginger and Soy Sauce recipe is a quick 30-minute meal that is healthy, gluten-free, and infused with rich Asian flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 12-14 oz Fish Fillet Choose a white flesh fish like grouper, red snapper, halibut, or salmon.
For the Aromatics
  • 1.5 inches Ginger Fresh ginger is recommended.
  • 4-5 stalks Scallions Mild onion flavor; chives are a substitute.
  • 1 small Onion Use red or yellow onions interchangeably.
  • 0.5 medium Carrot Optional for simplicity.
  • 2 small Shallots Optional for sweet onion note.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Enhances the dish's aroma.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil Regular sesame oil can be a substitute.
  • 1.5-2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium if desired.
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use for sautéing shallots and garlic.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Minced Ginger For extra flavor in the sauce.

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Sauté Pan
  • shallow plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your fish fillets in a shallow plate. Drizzle toasted sesame oil over the fish, season it with salt and pepper, and marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. While the fish marinates, julienne the fresh ginger and carrot, slice the onion, scallions, and mince the shallots and garlic.
  3. In a sauté pan, heat olive oil, then add minced shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant. Stir in minced ginger, then add soy sauce and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Prepare your steamer with water and bring to a boil. Layer the fish with ginger, onion, and carrot, cover, and steam for 8-9 minutes until opaque.
  5. After steaming, pour the sauce over the fish, sprinkle with scallions, and steam for another 4-6 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Transfer the fish to a serving plate, serve with jasmine rice and garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use the freshest fish for the best texture and flavor. Marinate wisely and monitor cooking time to avoid overcooking.

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