Lime Steamed Fish Fillets
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and healthy Lime Steamed Fish Fillets recipe, a perfect centerpiece for any dinner table. Featuring tender fish fillets—such as tilapia, cod, or snapper—gently infused with the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice and zest, this dish is a celebration of delicate flavors. A fragrant marinade of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil enhances every bite, while hints of cilantro and scallions add fresh, herbaceous notes. Steamed to flaky perfection and finished with a drizzle of warm marinade, this low-fat, protein-packed recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it alongside steamed rice or crisp vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and incredibly flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or snapper)
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 pieces scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 piece red chili, thinly sliced (optional for spice)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the steaming setup.
Set up a steamer by filling a large pot with 1 inch of water and bringing it to a simmer. Place a steaming basket or plate inside the pot, ensuring it stays above the water level.
Lay the marinated fish fillets on a heatproof plate or piece of parchment paper that fits inside the steamer. Reserve any leftover marinade for later use.
Place the plate with the fish into the steamer, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and steam the fish for 8-10 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
While the fish is steaming, heat the leftover marinade in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through. This will serve as an additional sauce for the fish.
Carefully remove the steamed fish from the steamer. Garnish with sliced scallions, red chili (if using), and an extra sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Drizzle the warmed marinade over the fish and serve immediately with steamed rice or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
