Steamed Ginger Fish Vegetables
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Steamed Ginger Fish with Vegetables—a vibrant, healthy dish packed with flavor and nutrition. Featuring tender white fish fillets infused with the fragrant zest of fresh ginger and a savory soy-sesame sauce, this recipe is a celebration of clean, wholesome cooking. Vibrant julienned vegetables, like carrots, zucchini, and red bell peppers, steam to perfection alongside the fish, enhancing both the flavors and presentation of the dish. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and optional cilantro, this easy, one-pot meal is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or noodles. Ideal for health-conscious cooks, this low-fat, protein-packed recipe embraces the simplicity of steaming for a light yet satisfying dinner experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fresh white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or snapper)
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 1 medium zucchini, julienned
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups water
- 1 piece steaming basket
Instructions
1. Prepare the fish by patting the fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and ground black pepper.
2. Peel and thinly slice the ginger into julienne strips. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. This will act as the sauce base.
4. Prepare the vegetables: julienne the carrots, zucchini, and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips. Set them aside on a plate.
5. Add water to a large pot or wok and bring it to a gentle simmer. Place a steaming basket over the water, ensuring the water does not touch the basket.
6. Lay the seasoned fish fillets evenly inside the steaming basket. Sprinkle the julienned ginger over the fish.
7. Layer the prepared vegetables (carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper) evenly on top of and around the fish fillets.
8. Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over the fish and vegetables.
9. Cover the pot or wok with a tight-fitting lid and steam the fish and vegetables over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
10. Carefully remove the steaming basket from the pot. Sprinkle the sliced green onions and fresh cilantro leaves (if using) over the dish for garnish.
11. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal. Enjoy your healthy Steamed Ginger Fish with Vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.4 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2711 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 88.4 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2545 mg | 54% | |
*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.
