Lemony Steamed Fish Recipe
Enjoy a light and flavorful dish with this easy recipe for Lemony Steamed Fish. Tender white fish fillets are delicately steamed with a zesty lemon and garlic sauce, creating a healthy and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
White Fish Fillets:
4 fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or halibut)
Olive Oil:
2 tablespoons
Lemon Juice:
2 tablespoons
Lemon Zest:
Zest of 1 lemon
Garlic:
2 cloves, minced
Salt:
1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper:
1/4 teaspoon
Thyme or Dill:
2 sprigs
Lemon Slices:
For garnish
Instructions
- Season Fish: Pat fish fillets dry, season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare Lemon Sauce: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, zest, and garlic in a bowl.
- Steam Fish: Place fish in a steamer basket or plate over simmering water. Drizzle with lemon sauce. Steam covered for 8–10 minutes until cooked.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with herbs and lemon slices. Serve hot.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by adding thinly sliced onions or veggies under the fish while steaming.
- Adjust steaming time based on fillet thickness.
- Pair with rice, couscous, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Sugar: ~0 g
- Sodium: ~280 mg
- Fat: ~9 g
- Saturated Fat: ~1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~8 g
- Trans Fat: ~0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~1 g
- Fiber: ~0 g
- Protein: ~22 g
- Cholesterol: ~50 mg
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