Description
Moist, flaky salmon fillets steamed to perfection with fresh ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, served with steamed bok choy for a light yet deeply flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, julienned
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 small heads bok choy, halved and steamed
Instructions
- Fill a pot with 2 inches of water and bring to a simmer. Set up your steamer basket or rack.
- Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and a splash of water in a small bowl.
- Line a heatproof plate with steamed bok choy halves. Place salmon fillets on top and sprinkle with ginger and green onions.
- Place the plate in the steamer basket and cover with a lid.
- Steam the salmon over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes until just cooked through and flaky.
- Gently heat the soy mixture in a saucepan. Drizzle it over the cooked salmon right before serving.
- Garnish with extra green onions and chili slices if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Ensure water in the steamer does not touch the plate.
- Pre-slice ginger and garlic earlier for faster prep.
- Flake leftovers into rice bowls or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with bok choy
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: steamed ginger salmon, easy salmon recipe, asian salmon, healthy fish recipe, quick steamed dinner