Description
A light and flavorful Chinese steamed sea bass recipe served over tender steamed cabbage and topped with a fragrant garlic-soy oil drizzle. Perfect for a healthy, low-fat meal that highlights fresh ingredients and delicate steaming techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 sea bass fillets or other white fish fillets
- 1 green or red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh root ginger, grated or finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
Vegetables
- 300g green cabbage, finely shredded
Sauces and Oils
- 2 tsp sunflower oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 tsp low salt soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the fish: Sprinkle the sea bass fillets evenly with the chopped chilli, fresh ginger, and a little salt. Set aside to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Steam the cabbage: Place the finely shredded green cabbage in a steamer basket and steam for 5 minutes until just tender.
- Steam the fish with cabbage: Lay the seasoned fish fillets on top of the steamed cabbage in the steamer. Continue steaming everything together for another 5 minutes or until the fish is fully cooked and flakes easily.
- Prepare garlicky oil: While the fish is steaming, heat the sunflower and sesame oils in a small pan over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and cook quickly, stirring constantly, until the garlic is lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat immediately to avoid burning.
- Serve: Transfer the steamed cabbage and fish fillets onto serving plates. Drizzle each serving with 1 tsp of low salt soy sauce, followed by the hot garlicky oil to add flavor and aroma. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Deseeding the chilli reduces heat but retains flavor; adjust according to your spice preference.
- Use fresh sea bass or firm white fish for best texture and flavor.
- Steaming times may vary slightly depending on fish thickness; ensure fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- To make this dish gluten free, use a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: Chinese steamed fish, sea bass recipe, healthy fish recipe, steamed cabbage, low fat dinner, Chinese cuisine, garlic soy sauce, quick steamed fish
