Chinese Style Steamed Snapper Recipe
Asian Aromatic Relish, Sizzling Soy
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Ingredients
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Fish
Aromatic Relish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fish
Rinse the snapper fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and place in a steamer basket.
- 2
Add Aromatics
Place sliced ginger and half of the chopped green onions on top of the snapper fillets.
Cooking
- 3
Steam the Snapper
Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, place the steamer basket over the pot and cover. Steam the snapper for about 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 4
Prepare the Relish
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh cilantro, chopped chili, and lime juice to create the aromatic relish.
Serving
- 5
Serve
Once the snapper is cooked, carefully remove it from the steamer. Drizzle the aromatic relish over the fish and garnish with the remaining chopped green onions. Serve immediately.





