Steamed Fish with Lime (Pla Nueng Manao)
High-protein, extremely low-fat dish with bold sour-spicy flavors. Perfect for weight loss and heart health.
🔥200 Calories
💪40g Protein
⏱️35 min
👨🍳Medium
Ingredients
- 1300 g Sea bass or tilapia
- 24 tbsp Lime juice
- 32 tbsp Fish sauce
- 45 cloves Garlic, minced
- 55-10 pieces Thai chilies, minced
- 62 stalks Lemongrass, bruised
- 73 pieces Cilantro root
- 81/2 tsp Palm sugar
- 91 stalk Cilantro
- 101/2 piece Lime, sliced
Instructions
- 1
Clean fish, remove scales and innards, stuff with lemongrass and cilantro root
- 2
Steam fish over boiling water for 15-20 minutes until cooked
- 3
Mix lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and chilies for dressing
- 4
Place fish on plate, pour dressing over
- 5
Top with lime slices and cilantro
💡Tips
- •Choose fresh fish with clear eyes and firm flesh
- •Use stevia instead of sugar for keto version
- •Add more chilies to taste
- •Serve with steamed vegetables for extra fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Steamed Fish with Lime?
One serving (150g) has about 100 calories with 20g protein and very low fat since it's steamed, not fried.
Is Steamed Fish with Lime good for weight loss?
Excellent choice! High protein, low fat, steaming uses no oil, and the bold dressing adds flavor without many calories.