Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions

Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions recipe videos

Steamed Fish with Ginger and Scallions is a classic Cantonese dish where a fresh white fish fillet is gently steamed to preserve its delicate texture and natural sweetness. It is typically seasoned with a light soy sauce-based dressing, topped with julienned ginger and scallions, and finished with a sizzle of hot oil. The dish is a hallmark of Chinese coastal cuisine, particularly popular in Guangdong province.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carb, and low-fat meal, making it very lean. It provides excellent protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and key minerals like selenium and phosphorus, with a typical serving containing roughly 200-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	38 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	480 mg
Selenium	40 mcg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Vitamin B12	4.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.2 g
Vitamin D	2 mcg

Per 1 fillet (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish exemplifies the Chinese culinary philosophy of 'xian' (鲜), or umami/freshness, where minimal seasoning highlights the ingredient's natural quality. Nutritionally, the steaming method is one of the healthiest cooking techniques, retaining most of the fish's nutrients without adding extra fats.