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Steamed Cod Fillet with Winter Melon and Dried Scallops冬瓜瑤柱蒸鱈魚

A light and wholesome Cantonese dish featuring tender cod fillet and soft winter melon, steamed together with umami-rich dried scallops for a delicate flavour.

  • 20 min
  • 2 servings
  • Level 1
  • Hong Kong
  • Fish
  • Easy
Steamed Cod Fillet with Winter Melon and Dried Scallops
01Ingredients
  • 300g cod fillet, cut into thick slices
  • 200g winter melon, peeled and sliced
  • 2 dried scallops, soaked until softened, shredded
  • 2 slices ginger, shredded
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 stalk spring onion, sliced for garnish
Nutrition (per serving)168kcal
  • Protein28.5g
  • Carbs3.2g
  • Fat4.1g

Fiber 0.6 gSodium 412 mg

02Steps
  1. Arrange winter melon slices on a heatproof plate.
  2. Place cod fillet on top of winter melon.
  3. Sprinkle shredded dried scallops and ginger over the fish.
  4. Drizzle light soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and Shaoxing wine over the fish.
  5. Steam the fish for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Garnish with spring onion before serving.

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