Chinese Steamed Cod Fish with Ginger Scallion Sauce
Delicate cod fillets steamed to perfection and topped with a fragrant ginger scallion sauce, this classic Chinese dish is light, flavorful, and perfect for a wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Steamed
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cod fillets, skin removed
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 scallions, finely sliced
- 2 inches fresh ginger, julienned
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the cod fillets. Lightly season with salt.
- Place the cod fillets on a heatproof plate suitable for steaming.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil. Pour evenly over the fish.
- Set up a steamer and bring water to a boil. Place the plate with fish inside the steamer, cover, and steam for 8-10 minutes until the fish is just cooked through.
- While the fish is steaming, heat vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the julienned ginger and sliced scallions and stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and scallions are slightly softened.
- Once the fish is done, carefully remove it from the steamer and pour the hot ginger scallion oil over the top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately with steamed rice.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, add a splash of light soy sauce over the fish just before serving or serve alongside sautéed bok choy for a complete meal.