Steamed Black Cod

Steamed Black Cod | Step 1: Rinse 400g black cod and pat dry. Rub a little salt over both sides and leave for 5 minutes.

Steamed Black Cod | Step 2: Slice a piece of ginger. Line the plate with half of it, sit the fish on top and lay the rest over the fish — the ginger underneath lets the steam circulate.

Steamed Black Cod | Step 3: Steam over a rolling boil on high heat for 8 minutes. Black cod is delicate and falls apart if overcooked.

Steamed Black Cod | Step 4: Lift out, pour away the liquid in the dish, discard the ginger and lay over fresh shredded ginger and spring onion.

Steamed Black Cod | Step 5: Add 20ml light soy sauce, then heat 15ml oil until smoking and pour it over the ginger and spring onion.