Chinese Steamed White Fish Fillet with Tofu (Cantonese Style)

Ingredients

• 1 Thai chile , chopped
• 2 cloves garlic , chopped
• 1 piece fresh ginger , 1/2 inch
• 1 tablespoon black bean sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons white soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 pinch white pepper
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 0.75 pounds white fish fillets
• 1 package tofu , 16 ounce
• 1 cup green onion , finely chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring about 1 1/2 inches of water to boil in a pot fitted with a steamer basket.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, stir together the chile, garlic, ginger, and black bean sauce. Stir in dark and white soy sauces, vegetable oil, sugar, and white pepper. In a small cup, mix together the cornstarch and water. Stir into the sauce. Cut fish fillets into thin strips, add to bowl, and coat well.

3. 3

   When water in steamer has reached a boil, carefully place the tofu cubes in a single layer in the basket, and steam, covered, for 2 minutes. Place the fish strips on top of the tofu; cover and steam for another 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove and garnish with chopped green onion. Serve with steamed white rice and stir-fried or steamed Asian vegetables.