Description
The flavors of this Asian-inspired steamed cod recipe blend fresh cod with aromatic ginger and scallions. This elegant dish shows how steaming turns simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal.
This Asian-style steamed cod combines tender fish filets with fragrant ginger, scallions, and a light soy-based sauce. The recipe delivers exceptional results in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless cod filets (6–8 ounces each).
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce.
- 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger.
- 6 scallions (green parts cut into 3-inch lengths).
- Coarse salt and ground pepper to taste.
- 1 lemon to serve.
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix rice vinegar, soy sauce, and finely grated fresh ginger in a large skillet.
- Season the Fish: Pat the cod filets dry and season both sides with coarse salt and ground pepper.
- Arrange for Steaming: Place the seasoned filets in the skillet with the vinegar mixture.
- Begin Cooking: The liquid should come to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet.
- Steam the Fish: Let it cook for 6-8 minutes until the fish is almost opaque throughout.
- Add Aromatics: Add the prepared scallions over the fish.
- Final Cooking: Cover and cook for 2 more minutes until the fish becomes completely opaque and the scallions wilt slightly.
Notes
Your steamer lined with spinach leaves adds flavor and makes cleanup easier.
A splash of white wine can improve the steaming liquid.
The fish should flake easily with a fork and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
Thinly sliced lemon under the fish before steaming creates a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Steaming