Steamed Seafood with Thai Peanut Sauce

This steamed seafood with Thai Peanut Sauce is a light, elegant dish that highlights the natural freshness of seafood with bold, nutty Thai flavor. Gently steaming allows the seafood to remain tender and delicate, while preserving its clean, natural taste.

Finished with our rich, authentic Thai Peanut Sauce, the dish gains a creamy, savory depth that perfectly complements the lightness of the seafood. The contrast creates a balanced and satisfying meal that feels both refined and approachable.

Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, this recipe is ideal for a healthy dinner, a simple entertaining dish, or anyone looking to enjoy seafood with a Thai-inspired twist. It is an easy way to bring fresh, vibrant flavor to the table with minimal effort.

Author

Watcharee Limanon

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

12 minutes

Servings

4

Category

Dinner

Cuisine

Thai

Ingredients

• 1 jar WATCHAREE'S Thai Peanut Sauce
• 1½ lb. seafood (fish fillets, scallops, shrimp or salmon)
• Fresh vegetables such as green beans, asparagus, cucumbers, carrots, cauliflower or broccoli.

Directions

1. Add water to a 12-inch wok or large pot to a depth of 2-3 inches. 
2. Place a bamboo steamer basket or a steamer rack (7 inch) inside the wok. 
3. The water level should be below the bottom of the steamer basket or rack.
4. Cover the lid and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
5. Place seafood inside a dish or bowl that fits inside the steamer basket or on top of the steamer rack.
6. Steam on high heat for 7-10 minutes, depending on the size of the seafood, or until seafood is cooked through.  
7. Check the water level and add more water as necessary.
8. Carefully remove the cooked seafood.
9. Warm the peanut sauce in a sauce pan and use as a dipping sauce.
10. Serve with steamed vegetables or fresh vegetables such as green beans, asparagus, cucumbers, carrots, cauliflower or broccoli.