Steamed Pomfret with Ginger, Scallions, and Preserved Black Beans

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Arrange half of the julienned ginger and half of the scallion lengths on a heatproof plate. Place the cleaned and scored pomfret on top.

2. 2

   Sprinkle the preserved black beans over the fish.

3. 3

   Steam the fish over high heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Cooking time may vary depending on the fish thickness.

4. 4

   While the fish is steaming, prepare the sauce: combine light soy sauce, sugar, water, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat gently until sugar dissolves, do not boil. Set aside.

5. 5

   Once the fish is cooked, carefully remove it from the steamer. Discard any liquid accumulated on the plate during steaming.

6. 6

   Top the fish with the remaining julienned ginger and scallion lengths. Heat cooking oil in a small pan until smoking hot. Carefully pour the hot oil over the ginger and scallions on the fish.

7. 7

   Finally, pour the prepared sauce over the entire fish. Serve immediately.