Steamed Oysters with Ginger and Scallion

Steamed Oysters with Ginger and Scallion recipe videos

Steamed Oysters with Ginger and Scallion is a classic Cantonese seafood dish where fresh oysters are gently steamed with aromatic ginger and scallion, often finished with a splash of hot oil and light soy sauce. It highlights the natural briny sweetness of the oysters with minimal, fresh seasonings.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, providing a good source of zinc, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids. A typical serving of two to three oysters contains roughly 80-120 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	5 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	450 mg
Zinc	30 mg
Vitamin B12	15 mcg
Iron	6 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Copper	1.5 mg
Vitamin D	6 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg

Per 6 medium oysters (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

This preparation is prized in Cantonese cuisine for its 'xian' (鲜) or umami-rich freshness, using ginger not only for flavor but also traditionally to balance the 'cooling' nature of seafood in Chinese dietary philosophy.