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Asian-Style Steamed Salmon
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Enjoy this simple, fast dish any weeknight.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Serving Size: 3 oz salmon, ¼ C broth

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
  • 175 calories
  • 4 grams carbohydrate
  • 19 grams protein
  • 9 grams total fat
  • 2 grams saturated fat
  • 48 mg cholesterol
  • 208 mg sodium
  • 1 grams fiber

Ingredients:

  • 1 C low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ C shiitake mushroom caps, rinsed and sliced (or substitute dried shiitake mushrooms)
  • 2 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced (or 2 tsp ground)
  • ¼ C scallions (green onions), rinsed and chopped
  • 1 Tbsp lite soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 12 oz salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions (3 oz each)

Instructions:

  • Combine chicken broth, mushroom caps, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and sesame oil (optional) in a large, shallow sauté pan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  • Add salmon fillets, and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook gently over low heat for 4–5 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork in the thickest part (to a minimum internal temperature of 145 °F).

  • Serve one piece of salmon with ¼ cup of broth.