Steamed Grouper with Ginger Scallion
Tender, flaky grouper fillets steamed in minutes with a fragrant ginger-scallion oil that hits like a restaurant dish. Pure umami, zero fuss.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 36g
Ingredients
- 1 lb grouper fillets
- 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 4 whole scallions, divided
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp neutral oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- 1
Set up a steamer: fill a pot with 1 inch water, place a steamer basket or bamboo steamer on top, and bring water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Pat grouper fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange on a heatproof plate, season lightly with salt and pepper.
- 3
Slice 2 scallions into thin rings; set aside for garnish. Chop the remaining 2 scallions into 1-inch pieces.
- 4
Slide the plate of grouper into the steamer. Cover and steam for 6–8 minutes until fish flakes easily at the thickest part.
- 5
Heat neutral oil in a small skillet over medium-high for 90 seconds until it shimmers. Add ginger and chopped scallions, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6
Remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Pour the ginger-scallion oil over the steamed grouper and garnish with sliced scallions. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- steamer basket or bamboo steamer
- medium pot
- heatproof plate
- paper towels
- small skillet
- spoon for stirring
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