Bahamian Steamed Fish
A delicate and flavorful dish where fresh fish, typically snapper or grouper, is gently steamed with aromatic vegetables and herbs, creating a light yet satisfying meal that highlights the natural taste of the seafood.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 lbs Whole fish (snapper, grouper)(cleaned and scaled)
- 1 sliced Lime
- 2 sliced Tomatoes
- 1 sliced Onion
- 1 sliced Bell pepper
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 Thyme sprigs
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Allspice
- 0.5 tsp Hot sauce(optional)
- 0.25 cup Water
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Clean and scale the fish, ensuring it is gutted and washed thoroughly.
- 2
Season the fish inside and out with salt, black pepper, paprika, allspice, and hot sauce (if using).
- 3
Place the fish on a large plate and stuff the cavity with lime slices, tomato slices, onion slices, bell pepper slices, minced garlic, and thyme sprigs.
- 4
In a steamer or a pot with a steaming rack, bring the water to a simmer.
- 5
Place the plate with the fish on the steaming rack, cover, and steam for about 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
Carefully remove the plate from the steamer and transfer the fish to a serving platter.
- 7
Serve the Steamed Fish with steamed vegetables and rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the fish is fresh for the best flavor.
- ✓Do not overcook the fish, as it can become dry.
- ✓Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your spice preference.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Use different types of white fish like tilapia or mahi-mahi.
- Add other vegetables such as sliced okra or carrots to the steaming plate.