Chinese lo mein recipe

How to Prepare / Make / Cook - ?Chinese lo mein recipe

Steamed Salmon
with Black Beans

The deep ebony of black beans against the coral of the salmon makes this a very beautiful dish. The steaming time is very fast, so plan accordingly. The salmon should be served straight from the steamer to the table, sat the peak of perfection. You can prepare bass or flounder fillets the same way.

1 pound salmon fillet or steaks
3 teaspoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon grated peeled gingerroot
¼ teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, pureed
2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
1 tablespoon fermented black beans, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon sesame seed oil
Cilantro or parsley sprigs, for garnish

1. Place the fish in a heatproof dish at least 1 inch deep, such as a glass pie plate. Stir together the sherry, gingerroot, salt, and garlic in a small bowl. Pour this mixture onto the fish and rub generously on both sides. Let stand for at least 15 minutes.

2.If you are using a fillet, turn it skin side down. Spread the scallions and black beans evenly on top. Drizzle with sesame seed oil.

3.Bring the water in the steamer to a vigorous boil. Place the pie plate on the steamer tray and cover. Steam for about 10 minutes, checking for doneness at about 8 minutes. The fish will look opaque and feel springy to the touch. It is better to slightly undercook than overcook since the heat in the fish itself will finish the cooking for you.

4. Serve directly from the steaming dish or transfer to a warm platter with the juices.