Chinese New Year Food Ideas 2023: Easy to Make Pinoy Style

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Filleted fish is easier to prepare, while frozen fish can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

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

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Rice vinegar adds acidity without alcohol, while white vinegar is often less expensive.

Clean the fish and pat dry with paper towels.

Slice ginger and scallions thinly.

Place the fish on a heatproof plate and top with ginger and scallions.

Drizzle soy sauce over the fish and season with salt and pepper.

Sprinkle minced garlic and red chili on top.

Steam the fish over boiling water for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.

Remove the plate from the steamer and discard the ginger and scallions.

Drizzle sesame oil over the fish.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and additional scallions if desired.

Serve immediately with steamed rice.

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