Steamed Sea Bass in Ginger

Updated October 11, 2023

Total Time
1 hour
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Rating
4(73)
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Ingredients

Yield:5 servings
  • Whole sea bass, about 2 pounds

  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and julienned

  • ½ cup corn, vegetable or peanut oil

  • 4 scallions

  • 5 pickled shallots

  • Salt

  • ¼ cup soy sauce

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Nutritional analysis per serving (5 servings)

12 grams carbs; 74 milligrams cholesterol; 422 calories; 11 grams monosaturated fat; 8 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams saturated fat; 25 grams fat; 2 grams fiber; 833 milligrams sodium; 36 grams protein; 5 grams sugar

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Rinse fish and place on heatproof plate or dish.

  2. Step 2

    Put 2 to 3 inches of water into wok, large pot or skillet. Turn heat to high and bring water to boil. Turn off flame.

  3. Step 3

    Place steam rack into water. Water should reach to just above rack.

  4. Step 4

    Place fish plate onto rack. Spread ginger over fish. Cover; steam 20 minutes over medium flame.

  5. Step 5

    When fish is cooked, remove plate from wok and pour off excess liquid.

  6. Step 6

    Heat oil in wok until smoking.

  7. Step 7

    Chop scallions into ½-inch pieces.

  8. Step 8

    Spread shallots and scallions on top of fish. Season with salt to taste. Pour soy sauce over fish.

  9. Step 9

    Pour hot oil over fish. Serve.

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