Thai Steamed Fish with Soy Sauce
Delicate steamed tilapia with light soy sauce and ginger. High protein, low fat, a favorite clean eating dish in Thailand.
🔥200 Calories
💪35g Protein
⏱️25 min
👨🍳Easy
Ingredients
- 11 whole (400g) Red tilapia
- 23 tbsp Light soy sauce
- 330 g Ginger, julienned
- 43 stalks Green onion
- 55 cloves Garlic
- 65 pieces Thai chilies
- 71 tbsp Sesame oil
- 82 stalks Cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Clean fish thoroughly, score 3-4 diagonal cuts on each side
- 2
Place fish on steaming plate, top with julienned ginger
- 3
Steam over high heat for 12-15 minutes until cooked through
- 4
Fry garlic in sesame oil until fragrant
- 5
Pour hot garlic oil and soy sauce over the fish
- 6
Garnish with green onion, cilantro, and chilies, serve immediately
💡Tips
- •Choose fresh fish with clear eyes and firm flesh
- •High heat steaming keeps fish tender, not mushy
- •Can substitute with sea bass or Nile tilapia
- •Hot oil poured over fish creates wonderful aroma
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in steamed fish?
One serving of steamed fish with soy sauce has about 200 calories with 35g of protein and very low fat.
Is steamed fish good for weight loss?
Excellent choice - high protein, low fat, low calories. Pair with vegetables for a complete healthy meal.