Description
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring salmon fillets steamed with ginger and garlic, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro, or scallions)
- Vegetables (carrots, broccoli, or snap peas)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Start by slicing your ginger and mincing the garlic. Set aside. If you’re using vegetables as a side, chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the salmon: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, squeezed lemon or lime juice, garlic, and ginger. Add the salmon fillets, ensuring they’re well-coated. Let it marinate for 15–30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the steamer: Set up your steaming apparatus. You can use a bamboo steamer, a metal steamer basket, or even a microwave method—just ensure the salmon has adequate space to steam.
- Steam the salmon: Place the salmon in the steamer, along with any vegetables, if desired. Cover and steam for about 8–10 minutes or until the salmon is just cooked through and easily flakes with a fork.
- Serve: Arrange the salmon and vegetables on a plate. Drizzle any leftover marinade over the top for added flavor and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Be careful not to overcook the salmon; it should remain moist and tender. You can also experiment with flavors by adding chili flakes or sesame oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, ginger, easy recipe, steamed fish, healthy dinner