Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish (Print Version)
Steamed white fish fillets with citrus, garlic, and chili for a classic Thai-inspired dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Fillet and Marinade
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4 fillets white fish such as cod or tilapia
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2 limes, juiced and zested
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fish sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Garnish
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1 red chili, finely sliced
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1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Rinse white fish fillets under running water and pat thoroughly dry using paper towels.
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In a small bowl, combine lime juice and zest, minced garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, granulated sugar, and grated ginger. Mix well until sugar dissolves.
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Arrange fish fillets in a shallow dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the fillets, coating evenly. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Transfer marinated fish and all marinade liquid into a steaming dish. Scatter sliced red chili and half the chopped cilantro evenly over the fillets.
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Place the steaming dish into a preheated steamer. Steam fish for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
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Remove the dish from the steamer and garnish with remaining cilantro before serving.
# Notes:
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Use the freshest fish available for best flavor and texture; avoid over-steaming to retain moisture.