Steamed Fish with Black Bean Sauce

Ingredients

• 300 g White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia)
• 1 tablespoon Fermented black beans (douchi)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
• 2 stalks Scallions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil(optional)
• 1/4 cup Water

Instructions

1. 1

   1. Pat the fish fillets dry and place them on a heat‑proof plate that fits inside your steamer.

2. 2

   2. In a small bowl, combine the fermented black beans, minced ginger, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (if using), sesame oil, and water to make the sauce.

3. 3

   3. Spoon the sauce evenly over the fish, then scatter the sliced scallions on top.

4. 4

   4. Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil, set the steamer basket over it, and steam the fish for 10‑12 minutes, or until the flesh flakes easily with a fork.

5. 5

   5. Remove the plate, drizzle any remaining sauce from the plate over the fish, and serve immediately.