Delicious Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish Recipe for Home Chefs

Experience the vibrant flavors of my Thai Lime-Garlic Steamed Fish Recipe, a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.

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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 Use mild varieties like tilapia, cod, or snapper.

For the Sauce

4 cloves Garlic minced
2 pieces Thai Chilies sliced; adjust based on heat preference
3 tablespoons Lime Juice
2 tablespoons Fish Sauce can substitute with soy sauce
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce choose gluten-free if needed
1 teaspoon Sugar or honey as a substitute
1 cup Broth vegetable broth works well

For the Garnish

1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
2 stalks Green Onions sliced

Equipment

steamer
Heatproof plate
medium bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Rinse the white fish fillets gently under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Place the fillets on a heatproof plate suitable for steaming.
In a medium bowl, whisk together minced garlic, sliced Thai chilies, lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and broth.
Pour the sauce over the fish fillets and marinate briefly for about 15 minutes.
Prepare your steamer by filling it with water and bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Place the fish inside the steamer and cover, letting it steam for 10 to 12 minutes.
Drizzle remaining sauce over the fish, garnish with cilantro and green onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust spice levels to your preference.

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