Korean Steamed Pomfret (Whole Fish with Soy Ginger Sauce)
Whole pomfret is gently steamed with soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, and green onion. Pomfret has thin, delicate flesh that separates easily from the bone after steaming, with a mild, clean flavor. Ginger and green onion work together to neutralize any fishiness, while soy sauce provides subtle seasoning. A light touch of sesame oil finishes the dish, making this a gentle, non-spicy preparation suitable for all ages.
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Instructions
- 1
Scale and gut the pomfret, then score both sides.
- 2
Julienne ginger and cut green onion into long pieces.
- 3
Place fish in a steamer with half the ginger and onion, then steam for 8 minutes.
- 4
Heat soy sauce, rice wine, and water into a light sauce, then pour over fish.
- 5
Top with remaining onion and sesame oil, steam 3 more minutes, then serve.
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