Soy-Steamed Fish With Scallions and Pistachio

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Put fish fillet on a sturdy heatproof plate, salt lightly and set aside.

2. Step 2

   In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, wine, sugar, sesame oil and bean paste.

3. Step 3

   Set up a steamer, large enough to accommodate the plate, with 2 inches of water in the bottom. Alternatively, use a large wok or deep, wide skillet fitted with a rack to keep the plate above the water.

4. Step 4

   Bring water to a rapid boil over high heat. Lay the plate in the steamer. Spoon soy sauce mixture evenly over fish and cover with lid. Steam fish for 8 to 10 minutes, until cooked through. (It should flake easily when probed with a fork.)

5. Step 5

   Using a large spatula, carefully remove plate from steamer and set on a kitchen towel to blot moisture. Arrange scallions over the fish fillet.

6. Step 6

   In a small pan, heat pistachio oil over medium-high heat until rippling. Add ginger, let sizzle for about 15 seconds, then spoon ginger and hot oil over fish.

7. Step 7

   Garnish with pistachios and cilantro sprigs, and serve immediately.