Guide to Making Delectable Sweet Soy Sauce Steamed Salmon - Mytour

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2. How to make steamed salmon with soy glaze

Preparing this dish is not overly complicated, taking only about 30 minutes for both preparation and cooking. The preparation steps become simpler if you purchase pre-cut salmon fillets. However, if you opt for a whole salmon, it might take some time for initial preparation and filleting.

Prepare the ingredients

• 150 grams of salmon
• 4 pieces of ginger
• 1 horn pepper
• Scallions, cilantro, garlic
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of rice wine
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• Seasoning salt, pepper

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Steps to prepare steamed salmon with soy glaze

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

• Scallions and cilantro, remove roots, wash thoroughly, and chop finely
• Ginger and chili, cut into thin strips
• Minced garlic
• Mix sea salt with vinegar or sea salt with lime juice, then gently rub the mixture on the surface of the salmon
• Rinse the salmon under running water or wash it with white wine, then drain
• Cut the salmon into pieces about 2 fingers thick, marinate with a mixture of soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and rice wine. Let it marinate for about 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.

 Step 2: Steam the salmon

• Arrange the salmon on a plate, place the ginger, cilantro, and chili strips on top. Pour soy sauce over the surface of the salmon.
• Wrap the salmon plate tightly with food wrap.
• Place the salmon plate in a steamer, steam for 15 minutes until the salmon is tender.
• Remove the plate from the steamer and unwrap the food wrap.

Step 3: Sear the garlic

• Heat up the pan, sauté garlic until fragrant and slightly brown, then pour it over the steamed fish on a plate.
• Decorate with cilantro and pepper to make the fish dish more visually appealing.

3. Finished product: Salmon steamed with soy sauce

Salmon steamed with soy sauce has a sweet and savory taste, paired with fragrant soy sauce infused with the aroma of roasted garlic. The fish remains moist and tender inside, not overcooked or dry. You can sprinkle some sesame seeds to enhance the aroma of the dish. Similar to salmon with tomato sauce, it's best to enjoy salmon steamed with soy sauce while it's still hot, preferably with freshly cooked rice.

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4. Handy Tips for Choosing Delicious Fresh Salmon

When buying pre-cut salmon fillets, opt for pieces with bright white marbling, smooth texture, and vibrant orange flesh. Avoid pieces that are dark, discolored, or have a fishy odor. Never choose pale or mushy fillets, as they are likely old. You can test freshness by pressing your finger onto the fillet. If it feels resilient and not sticky, it's a good choice.

If purchasing whole salmon, look for fish with shiny, bright scales, a black back, and a white belly. The eyes should be clear and not sunken. Avoid salmon with dull scales, a yellowish belly, and protruding eyes, as these indicate lower quality.

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