Steamed Opakapaka Recipe
Opakapaka steamed with garlic, ginger and lime juice on a bed of broccoli.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Broccoli
Bring a pot of water to a boil and place a steamer basket over it. Add the broccoli florets to the basket and cover. Steam for about 5-7 minutes until tender but vibrant green. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Opakapaka
In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Rub this mixture all over the Opakapaka fillets evenly.
Cooking
- 3
Steam the Fish
Place the seasoned Opakapaka fillets in the steamer basket or on a plate that fits in the basket. Steam the fish over the boiling water for about 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Serving
- 4
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, create a bed with the steamed broccoli. Carefully place the steamed Opakapaka fillets on top of the broccoli. Optionally, drizzle with additional lime juice before serving.
