Pla Neung Manao (thai Steamed Fish With Lime)
Pla Neung Manao is a classic Thai dish featuring steamed fish with a zesty and flavorful lime sauce. This dish is light, healthy, and bursting with vibrant Thai flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of white fish (such as snapper or sea bass)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1-2 Thai chilies, thinly sliced (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Place each fish fillet on a piece of parchment paper.
- Divide the garlic, ginger, green onions, and cilantro evenly among the fillets, placing them on top of the fish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and Thai chilies (if using).
- Pour the sauce over the fish and seal the parchment paper to create a packet.
- Steam the fish packets for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- Serve the fish with steamed rice and spoon the flavorful sauce over the top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Parchment paper Steamer
Tools
Knife Cutting board Small bowl
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Pla Neung Manao is best served with steamed jasmine rice and a side of fresh vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Adjust the amount of Thai chilies to control the level of spiciness in the dish.
Cost
$15