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Steamed Wuchang Fish
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15 MIN
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4 servings

About This Recipe
This steamed fish recipe is a classic Chinese dish that’s tender, aromatic, and bursting with savory flavors. Fresh fish is marinated with cooking wine and salt, then steamed to perfection with scallions and ginger for a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The magic happens when hot oil infused with peppercorns is drizzled over the fish, enhancing its natural sweetness with a rich, aromatic finish. Light yet flavorful, this dish is perfect for a healthy, restaurant-quality meal at home. The combination of soy sauce, ginger, and scallions adds layers of umami, while the quick steaming locks in moisture for a juicy result. Simple yet elegant, this steamed fish is a must-try for seafood lovers looking for an easy, delicious, and nutritious dish.
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- fish 500g (1 whole Wuchang fish)
The aromatics
- scallion 50g (about 3 stalks)
- ginger 20g (a 2-inch piece)
The sauce & seasonings
- cooking wine 2 tbsp
- soy sauce 1 tbsp
- peppercorns 1 tsp
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Step 1
Clean the fish, make crisscross cuts on its surface, pour in cooking wine, and rub salt on its surface. Marinate for 15 minutes.
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Step 2
Arrange scallion and ginger slices in a steamer, steam over high heat for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Remove the fish from the steamer, discard the water in the plate, and remove the scallion and ginger used for steaming.
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Step 3
Arrange another set of scallion and ginger slices on the plate, add soy sauce, heat the wok, add peppercorns and pour the hot oil over the fish.
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