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Steamed Yellow Croaker with Ginger and Scallions
Steamed yellow croaker with ginger and scallions is a light, flavorful seafood dish. The fish is gently steamed, topped with a savory soy-based sauce, fresh scallions, and finished with hot oil for a fragrant, restaurant-style finish—all ready in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients:
- Fresh yellow croaker – 1 whole, cleaned
- Fresh ginger – thinly sliced
- Scallions (green onions) – julienned
- Steamed fish soy sauce – 2–3 tbsp
- Cooking oil – 1–2 tbsp (neutral-flavored)
- Water – a small amount for sauce dilution
Instructions:
Prep the Fish
Clean the yellow croaker thoroughly.
Make a few diagonal cuts on both sides of the fish to help it absorb flavor.
Prepare the ginger slices and scallion strips.Tip: Always steam the fish after the water is boiling—this helps lock in the freshness.
- Marinate Briefly
Stuff some ginger slices and scallion strips into the belly of the fish and into the slits.
Let it marinate for 10 minutes to help remove any fishy odor. - Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix steamed fish soy sauce with a bit of water to lighten the flavor. Set aside.
- Steam the Fish
Once the steamer water is boiling, place the fish on a heatproof plate and steam over high heat for 8–10 minutes.
Remove the fish and carefully drain any excess fishy liquid from the plate. - Finish and Serve
Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the fish.
Sprinkle with remaining fresh scallion strips.
Finally, heat oil until lightly smoking, then drizzle it over the fish to release the full aroma.
Serving Tips:
- Serve hot with steamed white rice.
- Optional: Garnish with cilantro or a touch of chili for an extra kick.
