Ginger Scallion Steamed Fish (Easy Fillet)
Steam a fish fillet and finish with ginger, scallions, and hot oil for a clean, fragrant Chinese classic.

Total
28 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
18 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 fillets white fish fillet (cod, tilapia, or sea bass)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely julienned
- 3 stalks scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (or peanut oil)
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)(optional)
- 2 cups water (for steaming)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the fish fillets dry and season lightly with salt. Place on a heatproof plate and sprinkle with Shaoxing wine (if using).
- 2
Arrange half the ginger and half the scallions over the fish. Bring the water to a steady simmer in a steamer, then steam the fish for 10–12 minutes, until just cooked through.
- 3
Carefully remove the plate. Top with the remaining ginger and scallions.
- 4
Heat the oil until shimmering, then carefully pour the hot oil over the fish to sizzle. Drizzle with soy sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
320
16% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 40 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 720 mg |
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