Suan Ni Bai Yu

Suan Ni Bai Yu is a fragrant, garlicky steamed fish dish that captures the essence of Chinese midnight comfort food. It is gluten-free and offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it perfect for a late-night meal.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Chili oil - 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare the fish fillets by rinsing them under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create a marinade.
3. Place the fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes.
4. While the fish is marinating, set up a steamer or a pot with a steaming rack and bring water to a boil.
5. Once the fish has marinated, place the fillets on the steaming rack. Optionally, sprinkle the chopped spring onions on top of the fish.
6. Cover the pot and steam the fish for about 10-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
7. Once cooked, carefully remove the fish from the steamer and transfer it to serving plates. Drizzle with chili oil if desired and garnish with fresh cilantro.
8. Serve immediately with steamed rice or on its own as a light midnight snack.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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