Low Carb Steamed Fish Fillet with Ginger and Scallions
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Low Carb Steamed Fish Fillet with Ginger and Scallions—a simple yet elegant dish bursting with flavor and perfect for healthy eating. Featuring tender white fish fillets delicately steamed to perfection, this recipe highlights aromatic ginger and fresh scallions for a subtle yet vibrant medley of tastes. The light drizzle of soy sauce and sesame oil adds depth, while the steaming technique locks in moisture and nutrients, making it an ideal choice for those craving a nutritious, gluten-free, and keto-friendly meal. Ready in under 25 minutes, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed veggies or a crisp salad, turning wholesome ingredients into restaurant-worthy fare. Use keywords like "low carb steamed fish," "healthy fish recipes," and "gluten-free seafood dish" to find your perfect match for flavor-packed, guilt-free dining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces white fish fillet (e.g., cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 4 stalks scallions (green onions)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons white pepper
- 2 cups water (for steaming)
Instructions
Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Lightly rub both sides of each fillet with salt and white pepper. Set aside.
Peel the ginger and slice it into thin matchstick-sized strips. Slice the scallions diagonally into 2-inch pieces, separating the white and green parts.
Prepare your steamer by bringing 2 cups of water to a boil in the lower section of a steamer or a large pot fitted with a steaming rack.
Place the fish fillets on a heatproof plate or shallow dish that will fit inside the steamer. Scatter the ginger and the white parts of the scallions over the fish.
Carefully place the plate with the fish into the steamer. Cover the steamer with a lid and steam the fish over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the fish is steaming, mix the soy sauce and sesame oil in a small bowl and set aside.
Once the fish is cooked, carefully remove the plate from the steamer and drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the fish. Garnish with the green parts of the scallions.
Serve immediately while hot. This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete low-carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3265 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 82.6 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1387 mg | 30% | |
*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.
