Steamed Dolly Fish with Lime

Name: Steamed Dolly Fish with Lime
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 10.5 oz Dolly fish fillets; 2 tbsp Finely minced garlic; 1.5 tbsp Minced red Jinda chilies; 3 tbsp Fresh lime juice; 3 tbsp Fish sauce; 1 tbsp Granulated sugar; 1 handful Cilantro (for garnish); 0.5 cup Water

Dairy-FreeUnder 15 MinsLow Calorie • High ProteinDinner • LunchThai

Easy

15min

170kcal

2people

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A restaurant-style dish that's easy to make using just a boiling pot. Features a bold sour and spicy flavor with tender, bouncy fish. Perfect served with hot jasmine rice to cut through the richness.

If you are looking for a Steamed Dolly Fish with Lime recipe that feels like dining at a famous seafood restaurant but can be easily made in a dorm or condo with basic equipment, this recipe is your answer. Many think premium-tasting dishes require complex steps, but the secret to great Steamed Dolly Fish with Lime lies in the freshness of the fish and a vibrant dressing balancing fresh lime, savory fish sauce, and spicy bird's eye chilies. It’s ideal for those wanting an intense flavor profile without greasiness. The fish is easy to digest and high in protein, making it a light yet satisfying meal. Using a pot to 'steam' or poach ensures the fish stays moist and draws out its natural sweetness. If you're tired of oily or repetitive meals, try this restaurant-quality dish that's easy on the wallet but impressive on the plate.

Ingredients

300 g Dolly fish fillets (about 1-2 large fillets)
2 tbsp Finely minced garlic
1.5 tbsp Minced red Jinda chilies (about 5-8 chilies as preferred)
3 tbsp Fresh lime juice
3 tbsp Fish sauce
1 tbsp Granulated sugar
1 handful Cilantro (for garnish)
120 ml Water

Instructions

1
Prepare the dressing (2 mins): In a small bowl, mix garlic, red Jinda chilies, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside.
2
Boil water (5-7 mins): Pour water into a boiling pot. Turn on the heat and wait for the water to reach a rolling boil. Carefully add the dolly fish fillets and cover the lid.
3
Cook the fish (2 mins): Continue boiling without stirring (stirring causes a fishy smell). Wait until the dolly fish fillets turn white and the texture becomes firm and bouncy.
4
Dress the fish (1 min): If there is too much water in the pot, pour some out (leave just a small amount of broth). Pour the prepared dressing directly over the dolly fish fillets in the pot. Turn off the heat immediately.
5
Serve: Garnish with cilantro. Transfer to a plate and serve with steamed rice. This dish is excellent for cutting through greasy flavors.

Chef's Tips

•Always wait for the water to boil vigorously before adding the fish to prevent any fishy odor.
•If you prefer a more intense flavor, you can add more chilies or a squeeze of lime after plating.

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