Ingredients for Basic Steamed Fish
- 2 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 lemon wedges per serving
- 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
- about 1 inch water (for steamer)
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How to Make Basic Steamed Fish
- Prepare your 2-tier bamboo steamer by filling the bottom pot with about 1 inch of water and bringing it to a boil over high heat.
- Rinse 2 (6-ounce) tilapia fillets gently under cold water and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil.
- Place the tilapia fillets on a heatproof plate that fits snugly in the bottom rack of your steamer.
- Pour the rice wine mixture evenly over the tilapia fillets.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions over the fish.
- Place your chosen vegetables (see variations) in the top rack of the steamer.
- Cover the steamer and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and your steamer.
- Carefully remove the steamer from the heat and let it sit for 1 minute before serving.
- Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro and 2 lemon wedges per serving. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
2g
Carbs
1g
