Delicious and Easy Steamed Fish with Mushrooms Recipe

Steamed fish with mushrooms is a light, nutritious dish perfect for family meals. The unique flavor of fresh fish combined with the crisp sweetness of various mushrooms makes this dish not only delicious but also beneficial for health. Let’s explore how to make this flavorful steamed fish with mushrooms in the article below!

Preparation

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• Red tilapia: 600g
• Straw mushrooms: 50g
• Chinese broccoli: 5 stalks
• Ginger: 1 piece
• Onion: 1 bulb
• Lemongrass: 3 stalks
• Chili: 3 pieces
• Green onions, cilantro: a few
• Garlic: 5 cloves
• Shallots: 2 bulbs
• Fried shallots: 1 tablespoon
• Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce: 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
• Coarse salt: a little
• Common seasonings: seasoning powder, MSG, pepper

Ingredients for steamed fish with mushrooms

Steps to Follow

1. Preparing the Fish

After purchasing, the red tilapia needs to be thoroughly cleaned. You can ask the seller to pre-clean it to save time. Then, rub coarse salt over the fish to remove any fishy smell, rinse with clean water. Use a knife to lightly score the fish’s body to allow the seasoning to penetrate better.

Effective tips for removing fishy smell:

• Soak the fish in diluted water with lemon or vinegar for about 10 minutes.
• Rinse the fish with diluted saltwater to completely eliminate the fishy smell.

2. Preparing Other Ingredients

• Peel and wash the ginger, then cut it into thin strips.
• Trim the lemongrass, wash it, crush it, and cut it into pieces.
• Remove any wilted leaves from the Chinese broccoli, trim the stems, wash, and let them drain.
• Trim the straw mushrooms, soak them in saltwater for 10 minutes, then rinse.
• Peel the onion and cut it into wedges.
• Mince the garlic and shallots.
• Wash and chop the green onions and cilantro.

3. Marinating the Fish

Marinate the fish with 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/2 tablespoon minced shallots, 1 tablespoon fried shallots, 2 teaspoons seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon MSG, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Rub the seasoning all over the fish, stuffing the garlic and shallot mixture into the scored areas and the fish’s belly. Let the fish marinate for about 30 minutes.

4. Steaming the Fish

Place the marinated fish on a plate and steam it for 15 minutes until the fish is tender. During steaming, you can add a few slices of ginger and lemongrass to enhance the flavor.

Steaming the fish

5. Boiling the Chinese Broccoli

Boil 200ml of water with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the Chinese broccoli and boil for about 2 minutes, then immediately remove and soak in cold water to maintain its vibrant green color. Drain the Chinese broccoli and arrange it on a plate.

6. Stir-Frying the Mushrooms

Sauté the minced garlic and shallots with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil until golden and fragrant. Add the straw mushrooms and onion wedges. Season with 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of MSG. Stir well to blend the flavors and let the mushrooms absorb the seasoning. Finally, add the green onions and cilantro, stir for another 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Stir-frying the mushrooms

7. Finishing and Presentation

Arrange the vibrant green Chinese broccoli on a plate, place the steamed fish on top, and cover it with the stir-fried mushrooms. The dish will be even more appealing if you garnish it with a few slices of red chili or carved carrot flowers.

Finished steamed fish with mushrooms

Conclusion

The recipe for steamed fish with mushrooms is not only simple but also nutritious, perfect for the whole family. The tender, sweet fish combined with the crisp, chewy mushrooms creates a unique flavor that easily satisfies any palate. Try this recipe and treat your family to a delicious meal!

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