Steamed Cod with Ginger and Scallions
Delight your taste buds with the delicate flavors of Steamed Cod with Ginger and Scallions, a healthy and elegant dish that's as quick to prepare as it is satisfying. This recipe highlights tender, flaky cod fillets infused with the aromatic warmth of freshly julienned ginger and vibrant scallions, enhanced by a savory soy sauce-sesame oil drizzle. A drizzle of sizzling hot vegetable oil over the scallions elevates the dish, releasing a fragrant aroma that’s simply irresistible. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Pair it with steamed rice or sautéed greens for a light yet flavorful meal that celebrates the essence of Asian-inspired cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons (thinly julienned) fresh ginger
- 4 stalks (thinly sliced) scallions
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and white pepper. Set aside.
Prepare the steamer by bringing 1 cup of water to a boil in a large pot or wok fitted with a steaming rack. Ensure the water level is below the rack to prevent boiling water from touching the plate.
Place the cod fillets on a heatproof plate that fits inside the steamer. Evenly distribute the julienned ginger over the fillets.
Carefully place the plate with the cod into the steamer and cover with a lid. Steam the fish over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes or until the fillets are opaque and easily flake with a fork.
While the fish is steaming, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and sesame oil. Set aside.
Once the fish is cooked, carefully remove the plate from the steamer. Discard any accumulated liquid on the plate to avoid diluting the sauce.
Scatter the sliced scallions evenly over the steamed cod fillets.
Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until it is hot but not smoking. Carefully pour the hot oil over the scallions and fish to release their aroma.
Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil mixture over the fish.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 5050 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 129.6 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 3263 mg | 69% | |
*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.
