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Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style Recipe

Experience the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth salmon with this authentic Cantonese recipe! Steaming locks in the salmon's natural juices, creating an incredibly creamy texture impossible to achieve with other cooking methods. Fresh ginger, premium rice wine, and fish sauce infuse the salmon with delicate, savory flavors. A final sear with hot garlic oil adds a fragrant, delicious finish. This elegant dish, inspired by Wild Ginger restaurant in Seattle's Pike Place Market, is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight treat. Prepare to be amazed!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 297.1 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style

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How to Make Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style

  1. Prepare your wok for steaming: Cross two chopsticks in an 'X' and wedge the top chopstick into a groove cut into the lower one to create a stable platform.
  2. Position the chopsticks in the wok and add 1 inch of water.
  3. Place the lid on the wok and bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  4. Place the salmon fillet (skin-side down) on a glass pie plate or rimmed glass plate slightly smaller than the wok's diameter.
  5. Arrange 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced fresh ginger over the salmon.
  6. Pour 1 tablespoon of premium rice wine and 1 tablespoon of fish sauce evenly over the fish and ginger.
  7. Once the water is boiling, carefully remove the wok lid and place the plate with the salmon onto the chopsticks.
  8. Replace the wok lid and steam for 7-8 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  9. While the salmon steams, heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a small skillet over high heat.
  10. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the hot oil and cook until golden brown (about 30 seconds).
  11. Remove the garlic, leaving the infused oil in the skillet.
  12. Keep the garlic oil hot; it needs to be very hot to sear the salmon properly.
  13. Once the salmon is cooked, carefully transfer it to a serving plate.
  14. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of thinly sliced green onions.
  15. Immediately pour the hot garlic oil over the salmon and green onions.
  16. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and serve immediately. Serves 2 as an entree, 4 as an appetizer.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

16g

Carbs

1g

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