STEAMED SNAPPER WITH GINGER, LIME, AND CILANTRO

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Categories     Fish     Ginger     Steam     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lime     Snapper     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1/4 cup bottled clam juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger (see tip below)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon fish sauce (such as nam pla or nuoc nam)*
2 6- to 8-ounce red snapper fillets or halibut fillets

Steps:

  • Mix 3 tablespoons cilantro and next 7 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Set aside. Pour enough water into large pot to reach depth of 1 inch. Add steamer rack or basket. Top with 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Bring water to boil.
  • Place fish in pie dish. Pour cilantro sauce over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover pot; steam fish just until opaque in center, about 6 minutes for snapper and 8 minutes for halibut. Serve with sauce; garnish with 2 tablespoons cilantro.
  • To peel and grate fresh ginger:
  • Using a small knife, peel away the thin, light-brown skin from the portion needed. Then rub the peeled ginger back and forth over the raised bumps of a small porcelain ginger grater (found at Asian markets).
  • *Available in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets, at some specialty foods stores, and at Asian markets.

Mitsooky Mondesir
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This recipe is perfect for a summer dinner. The snapper is light and refreshing, and the sauce is bursting with citrus flavor. I like to serve it with a side of grilled vegetables and a glass of white wine. It's the perfect way to enjoy a warm summer


Travis Gonzalez
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This recipe is a great choice for a party appetizer. The snapper is easy to prepare ahead of time, and the sauce can be made in advance as well. Simply steam the snapper and serve it with the sauce on the side. It's a delicious and elegant way to sta


Imbufe Evelyn
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. The snapper is elegant and delicious, and the sauce is sure to impress your guests. I like to serve it with a side of roasted potatoes and asparagus. It's a meal that's sure to be remembered.


Ana Cortez
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This recipe is a family favorite in our house. My kids love the flaky fish and the flavorful sauce. I like that it's a healthy and easy meal that everyone enjoys. We usually serve it with a side of rice and steamed broccoli.


Lesedi Meshe
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This recipe is very budget-friendly, which is always a consideration for me. The snapper is a relatively inexpensive fish, and the other ingredients are all very affordable. I can easily make this dish for a weeknight dinner without breaking the bank


Hussain Yousaf
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This recipe is quick and easy to make, which is a major plus in my book. The snapper cooks in no time, and the sauce comes together in minutes. I usually serve it with a side of steamed vegetables for a healthy and delicious meal.


Botshilo Manchidi
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I love snapper, and this recipe is one of the best ways to cook it. The steaming method keeps the fish moist and tender, and the sauce is simply divine. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.


SUSHANTA Biswas
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This recipe is a flavor explosion! The ginger, lime, and cilantro pair perfectly with the snapper. I served it with a side of coconut rice and grilled pineapple, and it was a tropical paradise in my mouth.


Thomas Mitchell
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This was my first time steaming fish, and it turned out great! The snapper was cooked evenly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Dustin Woods
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This recipe is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fish. The snapper is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, and the ginger, lime, and cilantro are all packed with antioxidants. I like to serve it with a side of quinoa and steamed aspar


Abdu Muhamd
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I love steamed fish, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The snapper is cooked perfectly, and the ginger-lime-cilantro sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it with a side of brown rice and steamed broccoli.


My Life Line
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This was a hit at my dinner party! The snapper was flaky and moist, and the sauce was amazing. I served it with jasmine rice and roasted vegetables, and everyone raved about it. Definitely a keeper!


Clinton Eddie
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This recipe is a great way to enjoy the delicate flavor of snapper. The ginger, lime, and cilantro add a bright and refreshing flavor that complements the fish perfectly. I highly recommend trying this recipe if you're looking for a healthy and delic