Sake Steamed Sea Bass Recipe

Name: Sake Steamed Sea Bass
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked medium grain rice; 1 cup sake; 1 cup bottled clam juice; 1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger; 1 clove garlic, flattened; 4 (5 ounce) sea bass fillets; 2 large green onions, chopped; 4 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons butter; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked medium grain rice
1 cup sake
1 cup bottled clam juice
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 clove garlic, flattened
4 (5 ounce) sea bass fillets
2 large green onions, chopped
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons butter
2 tablespoons creme fraiche

1
Cook rice according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, combine sake and next 3 ingredients in large skillet deep enough to hold steamer rack.
3
Bring liquid to boil.
4
Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes.
5
Arrange fish on rack; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
6
Place rack in skillet.
7
Top fish with onions; and minced garlic, drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil.
8
Cover skillet; steam fish until opaque in center, about 5 minutes.
9
Remove steamer rack.
10
Mix cilantro into juices in skillet.
11
Stir in a pat of creme fraise.
12
Add the brown sugar and butter and reduce slightly.
13
Spoon rice onto plates.
14
Top with fish, juices from skillet, and sesame seeds.

268

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked medium grain rice, 1 cup sake, 1 cup bottled clam juice, 1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger, and more.

Yes, Sake Steamed Sea Bass falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Sake Steamed Sea Bass

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