Thai
Thai - Steamed Dishes
Steamed Lime Basil
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 450g whole snapper, cleaned and slashed
- • 3 limes, juiced
- • 2 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 cup Thai sweet basil leaves
- • 4 bird's eye chilies, sliced
- • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- • 1 tbsp palm sugar
- • 1 stalk lemongrass, halved
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Slash the fish on both sides and tuck lemongrass into the cavity.
2
Phase 2
Steam the snapper over boiling water for 12-15 minutes until the flesh flakes.
3
Phase 3
Warm lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, garlic, and chilies until the sugar dissolves.
4
Phase 4
Pour the dressing over the fish and scatter with sweet basil before serving.