Recipe for Japanese-Style Steamed Fish

Ingredients

2 8 to 12 oz. scaled drawn
1 porgies, flounder, or
1 rainbow trout or four 4 oz.
1 butterfish
4 lemon slices
2 tablespoon snipped chives
1 1/2 cup small whole fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot

Instructions

1. In a large skillet place a large open steamer basket over 1 inch water. Bring water to boiling, then reduce heat to a simmer. Carefully place fish on the steamer basket. Top with lemon slices and chives, then add mushrooms. 2. Cover skillet. Steam for 8 to 15 minutes or till fish is done. 3. Meanwhile, for the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, lemon juice, water, and gingerroot. Serve the sauce on the side with steamed fish and mushrooms.