Full-Steam-Ahead Fish

Steaming is a very healthy way to cook fish. The method retains ingredients' nutrients, and calories from fat are minimal since there's no need to use oil.

• Ready In: 16 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 12  ounces  orange roughy or 12  ounces  other  fish fillets
• 1  small fresh basil leaf
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 2  teaspoons  shredded fresh ginger
• 1  cup  thinly sliced sweet pepper
• 8  ounces asparagus spears, trimmed

Directions

1. Make bias cuts about 3/4-inch apart into the fish fillets (Do not cut completely through fish).
2. Tuck 1 or 2 whole basil leaves into each cut.
3. Rub fillets with garlic and ginger.
4. Place peppers and asparagus in a steamer basket.
5. Top with fish.
6. Place basket into a large, deep saucepan or wok in which 1-inch of water is boiling. Cover; steam 6 to 8 minutes or until fish just flakes easily when tested with a fork. Makes 2 servings.