By : Sneha Singh

10 Easy Steps to Delicious Steamed Fish with Ginger & Soy

March 1. 2025

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Gather Ingredients 

Fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)  Fresh ginger  Soy sauce  Garlic  Green onions  Sesame oil  Lemon  Sugar 

Step 1

Prepare the Fish 

Rinse and pat the fish fillets dry. Place them in a steaming dish, ready for the delicious flavors to soak in! 

Step 2

Grate Fresh Ginger 

Grate about 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger. This will infuse the fish with a fragrant, zesty flavor.

Step 3

Mince Garlic 

Mince 2 cloves of garlic for that rich, aromatic kick. Garlic pairs perfectly with ginger and soy sauce. 

Step 4

Prepare the Sauce 

In a bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Step 5

Add Ginger and Garlic 

Stir the grated ginger and minced garlic into the soy sauce mixture. This sauce will coat the fish beautifully when steamed.

Step 6

Pour Sauce Over Fish 

Pour the ginger soy sauce mixture evenly over the fish fillets. Ensure the fish is well coated for maximum flavor.

Step 7

Steam the Fish 

Steam the fish for about 10-12 minutes until it’s fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Garnish and Serve

Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and a squeeze of lemon. Serve hot and enjoy your ginger soy steamed fish! 

Step 9

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Enjoy! 

Enjoy your delicious, healthy ginger soy steamed fish, a perfect meal for any day of the week! Simple, tasty, and full of flavor.

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