Steamed Surmai Fish
This Indian style low-fat steamed fish is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for those who are looking for a low-fat yet tasty meal. This recipe uses minimal oil and is gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. The fish is marinated in a blend of aromatic Indian spices, which add a lot of flavor without adding any extra calories. Steaming the fish ensures that it is cooked through without adding any additional fat. It is also a great source of protein and omega-3.
Allergen Information: Contains Seafood Allergy
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
51 kcal
Protein
8 g
Carbs
1 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
0 g
Ingredients
Ginger Paste
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Garlic paste
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Coriander Powder
0.25 tsp (0.5g)
Red chilli Powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Garam Masala
1 tsp (3g)
lemon juice
1 tsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin Powder
0.25 tsp (0.5g)
Surmai Fish Fillet
200 gms (200g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Cut fish into pieces
Cooking Steps
In a mixing bowl, combine ginger paste, garlic paste, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, garam masala, lemon juice, salt, and oil. Mix well to form a smooth paste.
Apply the spice paste to the fish pieces, making sure that they are coated evenly on both sides.
Cover the bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend well.
Preheat a steamer or a large pot with a steamer basket over medium heat.
Grease the steamer basket with cooking spray or oil to prevent the fish from sticking.
Place the marinated fish pieces in the steamer basket and steam for 7-8 minutes until they are cooked through.
Serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Rajesh Iyer
"Tried making this last night, and I loved how light yet filling this Steamed Surmai Fish turned out to be. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Kavya Lata Dutta
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and Steamed Surmai Fish has quickly become a household favorite. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."
Sonam Prasad Rathore
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."
Harvinder Prakash Deshmukh
"Making this regularly for dinner, and I am genuinely impressed by how tasty this Steamed Surmai Fish was. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."