Cá Mú Hấp

Cá Mú Hấp is a traditional Vietnamese steamed grouper dish that showcases the delicate flavors of fresh fish paired with fragrant herbs and spices. This low-carb recipe is not only healthy but also bursting with vibrant tastes, making it an ideal choice for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Grouper fillets - 300 grams
• Lemongrass stalks - 2, chopped
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Red chili - 1, sliced (optional for heat)
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, for garnish
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 1 cup

Steps

1. Prepare the grouper fillets by rinsing them under cold water and patting them dry with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, mix the chopped lemongrass, grated ginger, minced garlic, sliced shallots, fish sauce, lime juice, black pepper, and salt to create a marinade.
3. Coat the grouper fillets with the marinade, ensuring they are well covered, and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
4. While the fish is marinating, prepare a steaming setup by bringing 1 cup of water to a boil in a pot.
5. Place a steaming rack or a heatproof plate in the pot above the boiling water, and arrange the marinated grouper fillets on the rack.
6. Cover the pot with a lid and steam the fish for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Once cooked, carefully remove the steaming rack and transfer the grouper to a serving plate.
8. Garnish the dish with sliced red chili (if using) and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• High in protein, aiding muscle maintenance and repair.

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