Chinese steamed fish

Steamed fish is one of the most symbolic and beloved dishes on a Chinese New Year dinner table. In Chinese culture, the word for fish (鱼 yú) is a homophone for surplus (余 yú), representing the wish for abundance and prosperity every year. Traditionally, the fish is served whole — head to tail — to …

The flavor of Chinese steamed fish is out of this world. That is why my family likes to set out on a gourmet trip to fishing villages to savor the spectacular flavor of the perfectly steamed fish. The texture is tender, the meat tastes like crabmeat, and the sauce is of divine quality. Tempting to …