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Spring onion Fish with Sesame Kale

This elegant spring onion fish with sesame kale is a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish that celebrates fresh flavours and clean cooking. By steaming the white fish over a bed of aromatics, including ginger and coriander stems, the flesh remains incredibly moist and picks up a delicate fragrance. The accompanying sauce provides a savoury depth with just a hint of citrus, perfectly balancing the natural sweetness of the fish.

As a diabetes-friendly main course, this recipe focuses on heart-healthy fats and lean protein while keeping the carbohydrate count low. The Tuscan kale adds a wonderful texture and a boost of iron, making this a wholesome choice for anyone looking for a lighter, balanced dinner. It is simple enough for a quick weekday meal but sophisticated enough to serve to guests who appreciate healthy, homemade food.

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Ingredients for Spring onion Fish with Sesame Kale

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled ginger, plus four 1/2"-thick slices

  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

  • Pinch of sugar

  • 2 spring onions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced

  • 6 sprigs coriander, leaves and stems separated

  • 60g skin-on firm white fish fillets (such as branzino)

  • Kosher salt

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced

  • 1 bunch Tuscan kale, centre ribs and stems removed, cut into 1" strips

  • 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more

  • 120ml kimchi, chopped (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

  • Freshly ground black pepper

How to make Spring onion Fish with Sesame Kale

Heat vegetable oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon chopped ginger and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer ginger to a small bowl; mix in soy sauce, lemon juice, sesame oil, and sugar. Set sauce aside.

Line a large steamer basket with spring onion whites, coriander stems, and sliced ginger. Set spring onion greens and coriander leaves aside.

Using a small knife, score skin side of fish at 1" intervals; season with salt and place in steamer, skin side up. Set steamer in a large pot filled with 1" of simmering water and cover; steam fish until cooked through, 6–8 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, about 1 minute. Add kale, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 60ml water. Cover and cook, tossing occasionally, until leaves are tender and bright green, about 2 minutes. Mix in kimchi, if using, and sesame oil; season with salt and pepper.

Spoon sauce over fish, top with reserved spring onion greens and coriander leaves, and serve with sesame kale.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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