Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish: Fresh Flavor in Every Bite

Experience the tantalizing Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish, a healthy dish bursting with flavor and quick to prepare.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Marinating Time 15

Total Time 42

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets White Fish (e.g., tilapia or snapper) Mild, flaky fish works best.
3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic recommended.
2 pieces Thai Chilies Adjust for heat preference.

For the Sauce

3 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce if desired.
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
1 teaspoon Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
1/2 cup Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used.

Equipment

Steamer
Mixing Bowl
Heatproof plate

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Rinse the white fish fillets under cold running water and pat dry. Place on a heatproof plate.
Whisk together minced garlic, sliced Thai chilies, lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and broth in a bowl.
Pour the sauce evenly over the fish fillets and let marinate for about 15 minutes.
Fill a pot with water and bring to a gentle simmer. Place the plate with fish in the steamer basket.
Cover and steam fish for 10 to 12 minutes until opaque and flaky.
Remove from steamer, drizzle remaining sauce, garnish with cilantro and green onions, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate fish in lime-garlic sauce for 15 minutes before cooking. Avoid microwaving to keep fish moist during reheating.

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