Instant Pot® Steamed Sea Bass

Perfectly steamed sea bass made simple in the Instant Pot®. Feel free to experiment with different flavor combinations but this method for preparing the fish will take all of the guesswork out for you.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 148 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger puree
• 1 (1 pound) whole sea bass, cleaned and scaled

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour water into the pot of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and place a steamer basket inside. Place sea bass in the steamer basket. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 2

Meanwhile, whisk soy sauce, green onions, sesame oil, ginger puree, and garlic together in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat and keep warm until fish is ready.

Step 3

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minute.

Step 4

Transfer fish to a serving platter. Pour sauce over the fish and serve.