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Cantonese Steamed Fish

A whole fish steamed and finished with hot oil and soy. The technique matters more than the seasoning.

22 minServes 3
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Ingredients

  • whole fish1
  • ginger1 thumb
  • green onion3 stalks
  • soy sauce3 tablespoons
  • vegetable oil3 tablespoons

Method

  1. Prepare the fish

    Pat the fish dry and score it twice on each side. Lay half the ginger and green onion underneath so steam circulates.

    8 min

  2. Steam

    Steam over rapidly boiling water for 8-12 minutes depending on thickness. The flesh should part from the bone cleanly.

    12 min

  3. Finish with hot oil

    Pour off the liquid, top with the remaining ginger and onion, then pour over the soy sauce and oil heated until it shimmers.

    3 min