Steamed Sea Bass with Scallions and Ginger

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   Put the fish in a shallow heatproof dish, such as a large baking pan.

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   Season lightly with salt and pepper, inside and out.

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   Disperse the scallions and ginger on top, underneath, and inside the fish.

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   Combine the soy sauce, peanut oil, sesame oil, and sugar in a bowl.

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   Pour the mixture over the fish.

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   Set a roasting rack in a large roasting pan.

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   Fill the pan with water that comes up below the rack.

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   Set the pan over 2 burners and bring the water to a boil.

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   Set the baking dish with the fish on the rack, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover the roasting pan tightly with foil.

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    Steam the fish until a small knife or skewer can be easily inserted into the thickest part and the fillet comes off the bone fairly easily, 6 to 7 minutes.

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    This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.

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    The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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