[Papa's Secret Recipe] 清蒸多宝鱼 Steamed Flounder with Spicy Ginger Sauce

flounder

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Cod and tilapia are more widely available and less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while canola oil is less expensive.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Fresh chili adds flavor without the cost of dried spices.

Prepare a steaming setup with water in a pot and a steaming basket or plate.

Clean the flounder and place it on a heatproof plate.

Grate ginger, then mix with soy sauce for seafood.

Spread the ginger sauce over the flounder evenly.

Sprinkle red chili on top.

Place spring onion on top of the fish for added flavor.

Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

Carefully place the plate with the fish into the steaming basket.

Cover and steam for about 8-10 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.

Remove the plate from the steamer and let it rest briefly.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens