STEAMED TILAPIA: HUNAN-STYLE WHOLE FISH
Steps:
- The fish market should have gutted the fish, trimmed off the sharp fins, and removed the scales, but there's additional work needed to prepare your whole fish! First, use a knife to go over the fish and remove any scales that the market may have missed. Usually scales are missed along the fins, under the belly, and around the head.
- You should also check the inside cavity of the fish and use a dull butter knife to remove/scrape any blood lines or membranes that were left behind. Sometimes there are also gills remaining and sharp fins, so use kitchen shears to help with cutting these sections off. Fish markets generally don't bother with these cleaning and preparation details, but they make all the difference!
- Next, start from the tail end of the fish, and cut it like you are filleting it from the tail to the front. When you reach the bones in the cavity, you can cut through them with a sturdy chef's knife but be careful not to cut yourself! Kitchen shears could be helpful for the novice cook.
- After cutting through the bones, continue splitting the fish up to the top fin as if you were filleting it, but *stop* short of cutting off the filet from the rest of the fish. Once you reach the head, split it in half, and now you have a split fish.
- Give your fish a quick rinse, set it aside on a cutting board skin side up, and press on the fish slightly to flatten it out.
- Prepare your silken tofu by cutting the plastic cover off, and pouring out any liquid. Next, turn the tofu container upside down on a cutting board, and carefully lift the container away from the block of tofu. Next, cut the tofu in half lengthwise, and slice it crosswise into ½-inch slices.
- Use your knife or cleaver to lift each half of the cut tofu on a large heatproof plate or large bowl. The platter should be slightly deep enough to hold the steaming liquid and sauce. Lay your tofu bed down on the plate so the pieces are fanned across either side. Sprinkle ⅛ teaspoon of salt evenly over the silken tofu. Next, gently place the fish skin side-up on the tofu, and it's ready for the steamer!
- Use 4 cups of cold water in the wok, place your fish fish on a steaming rack inside, and cover the wok.
- Turn the heat to medium-high. The water should boil in about 7 minutes. Steam for another 6 minutes--a total of 13 minutes. Check that the water is simmering after 7 minutes. If not, then the heat must be turned up. If you see the water boiling vigorously, then turn the heat down to a simmer/very low boil. After a total of 13 minutes, check the fish for doneness. It's key not to overcook the fish for the best results!
- Use a butter knife to press into the part of the fish that has bones underneath it. The knife should easily go through the meat like butter, right to the bone. If the meat feels a little tough or you encounter some resistance as you penetrate the fish (or you don't hit the bone), then the meat is likely still raw and will need another few minutes.
- Once your tilapia passes the doneness test, turn the heat off and carefully pour off the liquid that has pooled at the bottom of the plate, using a dry kitchen towel to grip the plate on one side, and if you need it, a spatula to gently hold the fish in place. You can do this directly in the wok, or if it's too hot, pour it off into the kitchen sink. Either way, do it slowly and take care not to let the fish and tofu slide off the plate!
- In a clean pan or wok set over low heat, add 3 tablespoons of canola oil, 1½ tablespoons minced ginger, and 6 tablespoons of duo jiao salted chilli peppers. Let the ginger and duo jiao peppers infuse the oil for about 1-2 minutes. The oil should start turning red and fragrant like chili oil!
- Next, add 2 teaspoons minced garlic and the white portions of the scallion. Give it a stir for another 10 seconds, and add ⅔ cup hot water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar, and ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper powder.
- Let the liquid come to a boil, and turn it down to simmer. Season to taste with more salt--or the salty liquid from the duo jiao chili pepper jar. The sauce should be quite salty for this fish dish!
- Stir in the green portion of the scallion, and take the pan off the heat. Immediately spoon the sauce onto the fish, making sure to evenly distribute the salted chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and scallions over the fish and tofu.
- Sprinkle some additional ground white pepper powder over the top, and your Hunan steamed fish is ready!
- Serve your Hunan Steamed Tilapia with plenty of rice, because a spoonful of fish + a big spoonful of this spectacular sauce over rice makes for the perfect bite! It's also best served family style, perhaps with a stir-fried vegetable or an additional meat dish to give the meal some variety.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Sodium 944 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CANTONESE STEAMED FISH
Cantonese steamed fish is often served as one of the courses in a Chinese banquet, but it's also an easy meal to make on any weeknight at home with just a few ingredients.
Provided by Bill
Categories Fish and Seafood
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the scallions into 2-inch lengths, and cut the pieces in half lengthwise. Julienne them thinly. Thinly slice about 15g of ginger, and julienne them. Give the cilantro a rough chop. Set the aromatics aside.
- Combine the light soy sauce, salt, sugar and hot water in a small bowl and mix until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Set aside.
- Prepare your steaming set-up, and fill with 1-2 inches of water. Bring to a boil.
- Rinse your fish fillet, and carefully lay it on an oblong heat-proof plate that will fit into your wok or steaming setup. Carefully place it in the steamer, and adjust the heat to medium. The water should be at a slow boil that generates a good amount of steam, but not so high that the water evaporates too quickly.
- Cover and steam for 7-10 minutes depending upon the size and thickness of your fish fillet. If you have extremely small, thin fillets (half an inch), cook for 4-5 minutes. Check for doneness using a butter knife. If it falls easily through the thickest part of the fillet to the bottom of the plate, the fish is done.
- Turn off the heat, and carefully drain any liquid on the plate. Spread about ⅓ of the scallions, ginger, and cilantro on the steamed fish (alternatively, you can wait to do this AFTER adding the sauce).
- To make the sauce, heat a wok or small saucepan to medium high heat, and add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add the remaining ⅔ of the ginger, and fry for 1 minute. Add the white parts of the scallions and cook for 30 seconds.Then add rest of the scallions and cilantro. The mixture should be sizzling.
- Add the soy sauce mixture. Bring the mixture to a bubble, and cook until the scallions and cilantro are just wilted, about 30 seconds.
- Pour this mixture over the fish. If you prefer to add the raw aromatics after adding the sauce, you can do so now, and heat an additional 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to pour over the raw aromatics. Serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 924 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
STEAMED WHOLE FISH WITH GINGER, SCALLIONS, AND SOY
Provided by Charles Phan
Categories Fish Ginger Steam Dinner Seafood Soy Sauce Green Onion/Scallion Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Serves 2 to 4 as part of a multicourse meal
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Rinse the fish in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season the fish inside and out with salt and pepper. Place the fish on a heatproof plate that is both large enough to accommodate it (a glass pie plate works well) and will also fit inside your steamer, bending the fish slightly if it is too long. Stuff half of the ginger inside the cavity of the fish and spread the remaining ginger on top of the fish.
- 2. Pour water into a wok or stockpot and set a steamer in the wok or on the rim of the stockpot. Make sure the water does not touch the bottom of the steamer. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- 3. Place the plate holding the fish in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 8 minutes, until the fish flakes easily when tested with the tip of a knife.
- 4. While the fish is steaming, in a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, wine, and 1 tablespoon of water. Set aside.
- 5. When the fish is ready, carefully remove the plate from the steamer and pour off any accumulated liquid. Lay the scallion and cilantro along the top of the fish. In a small sauté pan, heat the oil over high heat until it is hot but not smoking. Remove the oil from the heat and pour it directly over the scallion and cilantro to "cook" them. Drizzle the soy mixture over the fish and serve immediately.
STEAMED WHOLE TILAPIA
This is a recipe that appeared on a card at my local ShopRite, and the card states it comes from a magazine named Simply Seafood. It works best with an Asian bamboo steamer or equivalent. The card states the recipe is also delicious with trout, rockfish, and small striped bass. I haven't tried these fishes in this dish. According to the recipe, a whole tilapia is prepared, but filets can definitely be adapted!
Provided by Diann is Cooking
Categories Bass
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Scale and gut the tilapia (or have your fishmonger do this).
- Make 3 or 4 shallow slashes on each side of the fish, to absorb the marinate.
- Mix soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, garlic and peppers. Rub a small portion of this sauce into the fish, including into the slashes.
- Add shredded cabbage and scallion to the remainder of the sauce, and mix.
- Layer cabbage onto a heat-resistant plate which will fit into your steamer, and place the fish atop the cabbage. Put the plate into the top portion of the steamer.
- In the bottom of the steamer, pour three inches of water. Set steamer over range on high, and allow water to boil. When the water is at boiling, put the steamer basket over the lower portion, and cover.
- Steam fish until it has just turned opaque, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Serve, and sprinkle sesame seeds atop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 2057.4, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 19.3
STEAMED TILAPIA FISH
Over the years, I have discovered that the best way to enjoy river fishes is to have it steamed. It is easy and not fussy in preparation and it will be ready in 25 minutes.
Provided by yellowDough
Categories Tilapia
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Clean the fish on the inside as well as outside. De-scaleS the fish.
- Make 3 long diagonal cuts on its body.
- Sprinkle salt evenly throughout on both its sides. Don't miss the top of its head and the cuts.
- Insert ginger slices into the cuts and inside its guts.
- Sprinkle some garlic and the spring onions onto aluminium foil then place fish over the garlic and into a steamer.
- Pour in cooking wine and the rest of the ingredients for sauce on and around the fish.
- Make sure water is already boiling. If so, steam for 20 minutes. Otherwise, 25-30 minutes.
- Enjoy!
VEGETABLE STEAMED TILAPIA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and oil lightly with olive oil.
- Arrange tilapia fillets onto prepared baking sheet. Place celery, carrots, bell pepper, and red onion on top of fillets. Season with Greek seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Lay a sheet of aluminum foil over the top and fold edges together to seal the packet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 125.9 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
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