The Steamy Side of Fish

Everyone loves fish however most prefer it batter dipped and fried. Either that or in a rich sauce that masks the flavor. Yet there is healthier and much more flavorful alternative - steamed. Easting any fish this way is not only good for you but also good for your palate. It gives you the full flavor without all the extra melange of flavors.

It was the subject of Dave Tanis' A City Kitchen in Wednesday's New York Times. He  is a big proponent of steaming. It is , after all better for you,  and also much more easier to cook than any other method. It is also less labor intensive. You can get any sort of fish and treat each the same way. It's dabbed with ginger and flavored with such aromatics  as scallions , minced garlic and cilantro.The pan juices are really the only sauce necessary . It would be good to serve with just rice ans again, steamed veggies.

Using a steamer is pretty easy stuff.Just be wary of it .Steam is hotter than just boiling water and it can create some serious burns.However a steamer  really is a kitchen must have. Any major store like Target or Kohl's has them and they are versatile, Cooking fish in one is one of the simplest methods. You can put the entire herbed fish in it or cut it up into boneless fillets or steaks. Steaming will only take a few minutes to thoroughly cook up.

Steamed fish is a great dinner suggestion.It is the best way to capture the full body of whatever kind you choose.It is also an easy way to prepare it , without any fuss or muss.