Golden pomfret is famous for their delectable and delicate taste. When it comes to taste, this fish have a mild tinge of sweetness complemented by its fine texture. Golden pomfret has a good repute of “a clean tasting fish”

Health Benefits: Golden pomfret is lean source of protein and it contains omega-3 fatty acids which is beneficial for the brain development. Iron present in golden pomfret is important for red blood cell formation. 

Cooking Methods: Deep/Pan-fry and serve with sauce or chili, Chinese style steam. 

Try this Easy Chinese style steam Golden Pomfret

• Golden Pomfret Fish (400g-500g)
• Ginger (7-8 slices)
• Garlic (3-4 cloves)
• Green onion 4 stalks)
• Vegetable oil
• Salt
• Soy Sauce

Cooking Procedure

• Cut green onion and ginger into strips
• Minced 4 cloves of garlic 
• Sprinkle 1/8 tbsp salt and some ginger strips into the belly and top of the fish
• Put the minced garlic on top of the fish
• Place the fish in the pan of boiling water (pre boil for around 5-6 mins)
• Steam it for around 8-10 minutes 
• Once the fish is done, remove the fish from the pan and place it on a plate, lay the green onion strips on top of the fish
• Heat up 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a pan 
• Make sure that the oil is hot before pouring over the green onion on the fish and pour 2 tbsp of soy sauce over the fish