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Asian Style Steamed Wild Salmon on Greens

Prep Time: 10 Cook time: 15 Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 oz. - Wild Salmon filets, boned and cut into 3-4 oz. portions
  • ¼ inch piece Fresh ginger- peeled and grated, fine
  • 2 each - Garlic cloves, peeled and minced fine
  • 2 Tbsp. - Tamari- (naturally fermented soy sauce)
  • 2 Tbsp. - Water or fish stock
  • 2-3 drops - Toasted sesame oil
  • 6 leaves - Swiss chard, bok choy or several handfuls of baby cooking greens such as arugula or spinach.

Tip:  This is wonderful served on top of some steamed brown rice.

METHOD

  • In a small bowl or glass container mix grated ginger, garlic, tamari, water and sesame oil and place wild salmon filets in.  Toss salmon with marinade and let sit for @ 10 minutes.
  • Place steamer basket in pot over 1-2” of water.  Make sure the water is not touching the basket. 
  • Place greens on bottom of steamer basket- (if using loose greens, push down gently with hands to pack greens in).
  • Place marinated fish on top of the greens, spreading pieces out so they don’t overlap.
  • Pour any remaining marinade over fish and greens.
  • Bring water to a boil, cover with tight fitting lid and steam for 12-15 minutes or until fish is fork tender.  (time will depend on how thick the fish is).
  • Serve fish and greens topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
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