Chinese-Style Steamed Fish

Chinese-Style Steamed Fish

This is a basic and common Chinese recipe for steamed fish. My father taught me how to make this; it is easy to prepare, hard to mess up, and very versatile. Serve over white rice, using some of the sauce mixture from the steaming bowl.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds halibut, cut into 4 pieces
  • 3 green onions, cut into 3 inch lengths
  • 2 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 6 leaves napa cabbage, sliced into 4 inch pieces
  • 2 slices fresh ginger root, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/8 cup water
  • crushed red pepper flakes to taste
  • fresh cilantro sprigs, for garnish

Directions

Step 1
Arrange 1/2 of the green onions on the bottom of the steaming bowl (it is important to steam in a container in order to retain the steam and juices around the fish). Place 1/2 of the mushrooms and Napa cabbage sections on top of the onions. Place fish on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes over fish. Top with the remaining green onions, mushrooms, and napa cabbage. Drizzle soy sauce and water over everything.

Step 2
Place steam bowl in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Steam for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fish flakes easily. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Note

Halibut, cod, or any firm-fleshed white fish will work for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

216
Calories
4g
Fat
5g
Carbs
38g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 216
% Daily Value *
Total Fat4g 5%
Saturated Fat1g 3%
Cholesterol55mg 18%
Sodium636mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars1g
Protein38g
Vitamin C17mg 83%
Calcium131mg 10%
Iron2mg 13%
Potassium1035mg 22%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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