Pandan Hainan Steamed Fish

Pandan Hainan Steamed Fish is a classic dish from Hainan Cuisine that features tender and flavorful fish infused with the aromatic essence of pandan leaves.

Pandan Hainan Steamed Fish

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh fish fillets
  • 4 pandan leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the fish fillets on individual pandan leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, white pepper, and water.
  3. Pour the sauce over the fish fillets and wrap them securely with the pandan leaves.
  4. Steam the wrapped fish over high heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Season with salt to taste before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Steamer Small bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pandan Hainan Steamed Fish with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to wrap the fish fillets tightly with the pandan leaves to seal in the flavors during steaming.

Cost

$15