Steamed Sea Bass(清蒸鲈鱼)

Steamed sea bass is a classic Chinese dish, especially popular in Guangdong and Zhejiang regions. It symbolizes good fortune and features a delicate, fresh flavor with tender fish, enhanced by ginger and scallions. The steaming method retains its nutrients, making it a healthy choice. Perfect to pair with rice and vegetables, ideal for family gatherings.

8 Reviews
8 Comments
POSTED:03/07/2024
Level:Easy
Yield:2-3 servings
Total:30 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:5 min

When preparing steamed sea bass, there are some important points to remember to ensure the dish turns out delicious. Here are detailed considerations:


1.Fish Selection and Preparation:

Freshness:Choose fresh sea bass with clear eyes, red gills, and firm flesh.

Size:Opt for medium-sized sea bass (around 1-1.5 pounds) for even cooking.

Cleaning:Scale, gut, and dry the sea bass thoroughly to avoid excess moisture during steaming.


2.Steaming Process:

Equipment:Use a steamer or improvise with a large pot and a steaming rack or inverted bowl.

Steaming Time:Steam over high heat for 8-10 minutes, adjusting based on fish size and thickness. Avoid frequent lid lifting to maintain steam and temperature.

Heat Control:High heat quickly seals in the fish's freshness and moisture.


3.Additional Tips:

Flavor Enhancement:Lay ginger slices on the fish to eliminate any fishy odors and add fragrance.

Preparation:Prepare all ingredients and condiments in advance for efficiency.

Finishing Touch:Garnish with shredded scallions and ginger, then drizzle with hot oil to release their flavors.


By following these tips, you can ensure that you prepare a tender and flavorful steamed sea bass, offering your friends an authentic Chinese culinary experience.

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 1 sea bass

ACCESSORIES

  • 2 green onions
  • A few slices of ginger
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 section of a large scallion

SEASONINGS

  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • Cooking oil (as needed)

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Prepare the Fish:

Score the back of the sea bass with a knife and place it on a plate.

Tip:

The sea bass needs to be scaled, gutted, cleaned, and patted dry first.

How to prepare sea bass for cooking.

STEP 2

Steam the Fish:

Add enough water to a steamer and bring it to a boil.

Place the plate with the fish into the steamer.

Place 2 green onions and a few slices of ginger on top of the fish.

Cover the steamer and steam over high heat for 8-10 minutes.

Instructions for steaming fish with green onions and ginger.

STEP 3

Prepare the Garnish:

While the fish is steaming, remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.

Cut 1 section of a large scallion, slice it open, and remove the core.

Fold the green onions in half, place the large scallion section on top, and slice everything thinly together.

Prepare garnish: Slice red bell pepper and green onions for topping steamed fish.

STEP 4

Finish the Fish:

Once the fish is steamed, remove it from the steamer.

Discard the liquid from the plate and remove the green onions and ginger slices from the fish.

Evenly distribute the sliced green onions and red bell pepper strips over the fish.

After steaming the fish, remove it from the steamer and discard the water from the plate. 

In a pan, heat an appropriate amount of oil until hot, then drizzle it over the steamed fish.

Tip:

Placing scallions and ginger slices with the fish while steaming can help remove the fishy odor.

Instructions for finishing steamed fish with green onions and pepper strips.

STEP 5

Add the Final Touches:

Heat a suitable amount of cooking oil in a pan until it's hot, then pour the hot oil over the fish.

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce over the fish.

Your nutritious and delicious steamed sea bass is now ready to serve!

Tip:

When eating the fish, you can dip the fish meat in the light soy sauce provided in the dish.

Drizzle hot oil and soy sauce over steamed sea bass for a delicious dish.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Steamed Sea Bass(清蒸鲈鱼)
  • Main Ingredients:5
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:882 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 72 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):28 kcal
    49%
  • Protein:1.34 g
    318%
  • Fat:0.26 g Why gray?
    78%
  • Carbohydrates:6.19 g
    4%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 12%
    3 kcal
  • Fat: 8%
    2 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 80%
    22 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
3:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

8 REVIEWS

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ArthurOctober 26, 2024

How long is the right time for steaming?
reply:
October 29, 2024
Depending on the size of the fish, it is usually steamed for about 8 - 12 minutes, and the fish is basically cooked when its eyes protrude.
GraceOctober 15, 2024

What do I need to do with sea bass to get rid of the fishy flavour?
reply:
October 17, 2024
You can make a few cuts on the fish and marinate it with cooking wine, ginger slices and spring onions for 15 - 20 minutes.
CulinaryCanvasCreationsOctober 03, 2024

Love how the light soy sauce brings out the flavor of the sea bass. It was a hit with the whole family!
SavorySnackSphereSeptember 18, 2024

The fish was perfectly steamed, tender, and flavorful. The ginger and green onions added a nice touch!
FlavorFusionFantasySeptember 12, 2024

How do I know when the fish is properly steamed?
reply:
December 31, 1969
The fish should be opaque and easily flake with a fork. If you use a meat thermometer, it should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
JessicaJuly 24, 2024

This tutorial helped me learn how to steam sea bass easily, keeping the tenderness and original flavor of the fish, which is simply delicious!
AliceJuly 09, 2024

This steamed sea bass dish retains the original flavor of sea bass by simple steaming, and the fish is tender and delicious with a light and refreshing aroma, giving a refreshing and delicious enjoyment.
JackJuly 09, 2024

This steamed sea bass is very light in taste and suitable for kids.
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