Zesty Ginger-Scallion Steamed Fish

Zesty Ginger-Scallion Steamed Fish

25 mins
easy
4 servings

A quick and healthy dish featuring flaky fish, vibrant scallions, and aromatic ginger. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a light dinner party.

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Equipment Needed

  • Large pot or skillet with lid
  • Medium bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Ingredients

  • 1.50 poundsFirm Fish (Salmon, Halibut, or Haddock)(Cut into 1-inch cubes.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonKosher Salt(Or 1 ½ teaspoons fine sea salt.)
  • 4.00 scallionsScallions(White and light green parts, sliced; greens for garnish.)
  • 1.00 inchFresh Ginger(Peeled and thinly sliced.)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonGranulated Sugar(Adjust to taste.)
  • 1.00 cupWater(For brining the fish.)

Instructions

1

Combine fish and salt in a bowl with 1 cup water. Marinate for 10 minutes.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

2

Slice scallions (white and light green parts) thinly. Thinly slice scallion greens for garnish. Slice ginger.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

In a large pot, combine water, scallion segments, ginger, soy sauce, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Reduce heat to low. Gently transfer fish to the pot using a slotted spoon.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Stir to coat fish in the sauce. Ensure even layer. Cover and steam for 8-12 minutes.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

6

Taste the sauce. Add more sugar if needed to balance saltiness.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Serve fish in bowls, topped with sauce, ginger, and scallion greens.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Enjoy warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Garnish with extra scallion greens for visual appeal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes