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Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish

Cultural Context

Originating from Guangdong province, Cantonese-Style Steamed Fish is a hallmark of Cantonese cuisine, emphasizing freshness and natural flavors. Traditionally served during celebrations, it symbolizes abundance and prosperity. Today, it is enjoyed in homes and restaurants worldwide, often adapted with local ingredients.

ChineseCNmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 whole haddock
2 inches ginger
4 scallions
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon Maggie sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

whole fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while frozen fish is often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces salt intake, while tamari is a gluten-free alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar adds acidity without alcohol, while white wine is a budget-friendly substitute.

1

Prepare your bamboo steamer and bring the water to a boil.

2

Line the base of the steamer with baking paper to prevent sticking.

3

Place the haddock fish in the steamer.

4

Cut a piece of ginger about an inch in size and place the strips on top of the fish.

5

Once the water is boiling, steam the fish for about 5 minutes.

6

Chop up one spring onion (scallion).

7

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and a few drops of sesame oil in a pan.

8

Add the chopped scallion to the hot oil and cook for a further 5 minutes.

9

Pour soy sauce over the fish and add a few drops of optional Maggie sauce.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

steamerheatproof plateknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Steamed Fish with Ginger and ScallionsCantonese Steamed Fish

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