Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 0
Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style with Green Onion and Ginger
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups water
1/2 lb salmon fillet , bones removed , rinsed , drained , patted dry , and cut into 2
1 1/2 inches length gingerroot , very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chinese rice wine ( Shao Hsing ) or 2 tablespoons mirin ( Shao Hsing )
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce ( nam pla )
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 garlic clove
2 green onions , top 2 inches removed , remaining portion julienned
2 sprigs cilantro , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
347
Sugar
2g
Fat
24g
Steamed Salmon Cantonese Style is a classic Cantonese dish that is healthy, light, and flavorful. This dish is often served as part of a seafood feast or as a simple dinner entree. Steaming the salmon ensures that it is cooked perfectly and retains all of its nutrients, giving diners a satisfying and healthy meal that is easy to prepare and serve. This dish is perfect for those who want a light and flavorful seafood meal without all the fuss.

Instructions

1.In a deep saucepan, heat the water to boiling.
2.Arrange the salmon slices in a heatproof dish, add the ginger and pour the rice wine and Thai fish sauce over the fish.
3.Place the dish into the saucepan and cover tightly.
4.Steam for 8-10 minutes over high heat or until the fish is opaque and cooked through.
5.Meanwhile, finely chop the garlic. Heat the peanut oil in a small frying pan and stir-fry the garlic until fragrant.
6.Serve the steamed salmon with julienned green onion and top with the garlic oil. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

PROS

Steamed salmon is a healthy and flavorful way to prepare this popular fish, as it locks in all the nutrients and flavor without the use of oil.

With the addition of the ginger, green onion, and Thai fish sauce, the resulting dish is fragrant, light, and delicious.

CONS

The dish may seem plain to those accustomed to heavily seasoned and saucy dishes.

Some may find the fish to be too mild in taste, but this can be remedied by adding more herbs and spices to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin D, which are essential for maintaining good health.
Ginger contains anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and inflammation in the body.
Fish sauce is a good source of iodine, which is important for regulating thyroid function and maintaining brain health.

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