Steamed Fish with Ginger & Scallion
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2
Ingredients
0 of 6 ready
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Place fish on a heatproof plate. Top with half the ginger.
- 2
Steam over boiling water for 8-10 minutes until fish flakes easily.
- 3
Drain any liquid from the plate. Top with remaining ginger and scallions.
- 4
Heat 1 tbsp oil until smoking, pour over the fish (it will sizzle).
- 5
Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil. Serve with steamed bok choy.
*Pro Tips
- 1
The sizzling oil is essential — it cooks the aromatics and releases fragrance
- 2
Don't overcook — fish should be just opaque, not dry
Why It's Diabetic-Friendly
Steaming preserves nutrients without adding oil. Fish is zero-carb, high-protein. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that benefit diabetics.
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