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.

Pla Neung Manao (thai Steamed Fish With Lime)

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

  1. Place each fish fillet on a piece of parchment paper.
  2. Divide the garlic, ginger, green onions, and cilantro evenly among the fillets, placing them on top of the fish.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and Thai chilies (if using).
  4. Pour the sauce over the fish and seal the parchment paper to create a packet.
  5. Steam the fish packets for 10-12 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
  6. 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