You have to try this steamed fish with chive and lemongrass butter. As a home cook, experimenting with different flavors and ingredients is one of the best parts of the culinary experience. Recently, I discovered a delicious chive and lemongrass butter recipe that instantly became a staple in my kitchen. Its unique, herbaceous flavor profile adds a burst of freshness to any dish and can elevate even the simplest meal to a restaurant-quality level. In today’s blog post, I will be sharing an exciting application of this butter recipe that I tried out in my own kitchen.
I understand that cooking can be intimidating, especially if you’re not familiar with certain ingredients or techniques. That’s why I’m here to guide you through the process, step by step. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner cook, this recipe is simple yet impressive. You don’t need fancy equipment or exotic ingredients to create a mouthwatering meal. All you need is a few basic ingredients and a willingness to try something new. So, let’s get started and explore the versatile world
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25minutes
Course: Seafood
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 6- oz pack of white fish fillets
- green seasoning to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- chive and lemongrass butter unsalted
- 2 blades of lemongrass optional
- Foil
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Wash the fish with lime and season with the green seasoning and paprika. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Place fish on a square sheet of foil and dot with the chive and lemongrass butter.
- Add lemongrass leaves if desired. Note: I added the leaves because I wanted to push the lemongrass flavours a bit.
- Cover with another sheet of foil then seal.
- Place on a baking sheet or flat pan. Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Open the packet carefully and discard lemongrass. Serve hot.
Notes
After seeing the packet expand like a balloon I know next time to prick with a fork to allow the steam to escape.
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Steamed Fish with Chive and Lemongrass Butter
Ingredients
- 1 6- oz pack of white fish fillets
- green seasoning to taste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- chive and lemongrass butter unsalted
- 2 blades of lemongrass optional
- Foil
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Wash the fish with lime and season with the green seasoning and paprika. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Place fish on a square sheet of foil and dot with the chive and lemongrass butter.
- Add lemongrass leaves if desired. Note: I added the leaves because I wanted to push the lemongrass flavours a bit.
- Cover with another sheet of foil then seal.
- Place on a baking sheet or flat pan. Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Open the packet carefully and discard lemongrass. Serve hot.
Notes
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