Traditional Cantonese Steamed Trout by Andngaaaa

Ingredients

• 1 lb trout or oily white fish
• 2.5 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp hot water
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp shaoxing wine
• 1 splash lemon juice

Instructions

1. Clean the fish thoroughly and ensure the eyes are clear and the skin is shiny.
2. Place the fish on a heat-proof plate suitable for your steamer.
3. Prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, hot water, sugar, shaoxing wine, and lemon juice in a small bowl; stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4. Place the fish in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture over the steamed fish while hot and serve immediately.