How do you cook steam lapu with soy sauce?

Here's a recipe for steamed lapu-lapu with soy sauce, a classic Filipino dish:

Ingredients:

* 1 lapu-lapu fillet (about 1-1.5 pounds), cleaned and patted dry

* 1/4 cup soy sauce

* 2 tablespoons calamansi juice (or lime juice)

* 1 tablespoon minced garlic

* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

* 1/4 cup chopped onions

* 1/4 cup chopped green onions

* 1/4 cup chopped ginger (optional)

* 1 tablespoon cooking oil (for sauteing)

* 1-2 red chili peppers, sliced (optional, for heat)

Equipment:

* Steamer basket

* Large pot with lid

* Small bowl

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fish: Score the lapu-lapu fillet with shallow cuts on both sides to help it cook evenly.

2. Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, calamansi juice, garlic, pepper, and salt.

3. Marinate the Fish: Pour the marinade over the fish, making sure it coats all sides. Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to an hour for more intense flavor).

4. Prepare the Aromatics: In a small pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the onions, green onions, ginger (if using), and chili peppers until fragrant and softened. Set aside.

5. Steam the Fish: Fill the pot with about an inch of water and bring it to a boil. Place the steamer basket inside the pot.

6. Assemble and Steam: Arrange the marinated fish in the steamer basket. Add the sauteed aromatics around the fish. Cover the pot and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through (it should flake easily with a fork).

7. Serve: Carefully transfer the steamed fish to a serving platter. Spoon the flavorful sauce from the steamer basket over the fish. Garnish with additional green onions and chili peppers, if desired. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips:

* Freshness is Key: For the best results, use a fresh lapu-lapu fillet. If possible, ask your fishmonger to clean and prepare the fish for you.

* Adjust the Heat: Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your preferred level of spice.

* Substitutions: If you don't have calamansi juice, you can substitute lime juice or lemon juice. You can also add a pinch of sugar to the marinade for a sweeter flavor.

* Side Dishes: Steamed lapu-lapu with soy sauce goes well with rice, vegetables, and a simple salad.

Enjoy!