Description
This Lemony Steamed Fish recipe offers a light, flavorful dish featuring tender white fish fillets infused with fresh lemon, garlic, and herbs. Steam-cooked to perfection, it’s an easy and healthy meal ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a nutritious lunch.
Ingredients
Fish and Marinade
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano (or thyme)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Steaming Liquid
- 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare Broth: In a large steaming pot, bring the vegetable or chicken broth to a gentle simmer, which will create steam to cook the fish evenly.
- Season Fish: Season the fish fillets on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and oregano to enhance their flavor.
- Arrange Lemon and Fish: Place lemon slices in the steamer basket to infuse the fish with lemon aroma, then arrange the seasoned fish fillets on top of the lemon slices.
- Add Oil and Garlic: Drizzle olive oil over the fish and sprinkle the minced garlic evenly to add richness and a savory note.
- Steam the Fish: Cover the pot and steam the fish for 8-12 minutes depending on thickness, until the fillets turn opaque and flake easily with a fork, indicating they are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the fish from the steamer, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, and serve immediately with additional lemon slices for extra zest.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm white fish fillets for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust steaming time according to the thickness of the fish to avoid overcooking.
- Substitute dried oregano with thyme for a slightly different herb flavor.
- Use vegetable broth to keep the dish vegetarian-friendly or chicken broth for added depth.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
