Best 6 Steamed Asian Sesame Veggies Recipes

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Are you looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetable dish to add to your dinner table? Steamed Asian sesame veggies are a delightful and nutritious option that is both easy to make and packed with vibrant flavors. With just a few simple ingredients and a steamer, you can create a colorful medley of tender-crisp vegetables coated in a savory and aromatic sesame sauce. The combination of fresh vegetables, a hint of garlic and ginger, and the rich nutty flavor of sesame seeds creates a delectable dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. The steaming method ensures that the vegetables retain their vibrant colors, textures, and nutrients, making this recipe a wholesome and visually appealing addition to your meals.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME STEAMED VEGETABLES



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"Broccoli grows abundantly during the long summer days here in Alaska," Heidi Doudna explains from Fairbanks. "I like to harvest it and freeze it along with julienned carrots, so this is always ready to go. The two vegetables are wonderful together, and the judges at our state fair even awarded this dish a first prize."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small carrot, julienned and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup sliced celery
3 tablespoons sliced water chestnuts
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the broccoli, carrot, celery, water chestnuts, water and soy sauce; bring to a boil. Cover and steam for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED ASIAN GREENS WITH HONEY SOY SESAME DRESSING



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds spinach, baby bok choy, Chinese broccoli, or a combination
3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Pour about 1-inch of water into a wok and bring it to a boil over high heat. Put the greens into a bamboo steamer and cover. Put the steamer into the wok and steam the vegetables for about 5 minutes or until they are just tender. Meanwhile make the dressing by combining the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, oil, and 1 teaspoon sesame seeds in a small bowl. Put the cooked greens onto a serving platter, drizzle the dressing over them, and toss well to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calorie, Fat 1.5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 670 milligrams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

STEAMED VEGETABLES WITH SESAME-CHILE OIL



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Provided by Daphne Brogdon

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 carrots, peeled and cut on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces
8 spears asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
1/4 head broccoli, cut into 1-inch florets
1 tablespoon sesame-chile oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Special equipment: a metal steamer basket
  • Fill a large pot with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Arrange the carrots, asparagus, cauliflower and broccoli in a metal steamer basket; place in the pot and cover. Steam the vegetables until slightly tender but still with a little crunch, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • While the veggies are steaming, heat a small saute pan over medium heat. Add the sesame-chile oil, olive oil, garlic and pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Transfer the steamed vegetables to a bowl. Add the sesame-chili oil mixture and the lemon juice, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly. Serve immediately.

GINGER-SESAME STEAMED VEGETABLE SALAD



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A homage to my father's Laotian roots, this warm salad is traditionally prepared with baby bok choy, snow peas, peapod shoots and baby mustard greens. Just use any seasonal green vegetables you like. -Monnie Norasing, Mansfield, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon fish sauce or reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 large carrots, julienned
1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach
1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted dry roasted peanuts
Coarsely chopped fresh cilantro and julienned fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients., In a stockpot, place steamer insert or basket over 2 in. of water. Place green beans, broccoli and carrots in insert. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam vegetables, covered, 5-7 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add spinach; cook, covered, 1-2 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted., Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. Add ginger mixture; toss to combine. Just before serving, sprinkle with peanuts, cilantro and julienned ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED VEGETABLES WITH HONEY SESAME DRESSING



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Make and share this Steamed Vegetables With Honey Sesame Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by greysangel

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and cut into florets
1 yellow zucchini, cut lengthways
3 1/2 ounces baby corn
8 baby carrots, peeled
1 bunch bok choy, quartered
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 garlic clove, crushed
sea salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, place the honey, soy, sesame seeds, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Steam vegetables for about 6 minutes.
  • Spoon over the honey sesame dressing.
  • Great with grilled chicken, fish or meat.

STEAMED ASIAN SESAME VEGGIES



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This easy side dish is a flavorful blend of tender-crisp vegetables, perfect for serving alongside teriyaki chicken and steamed rice.

Provided by Melissa Conger

Categories     Broccoli Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup water
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 large carrot, sliced
1 stalk celery, sliced
½ cup snow peas
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
¾ teaspoon sesame oil
1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1 pinch black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Bring water to a simmer in a skillet over medium heat; add broccoli, water chestnuts, carrots, celery, snow peas, and ginger. Simmer until vegetables are just tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any remaining water.
  • Mix garlic into vegetable mixture; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Season with soy sauce and sesame oil, cooking until liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in toasted sesame seeds.
  • Sprinkle black sesame seeds over vegetables before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 582.9 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

Tips:

  • Steaming is a great way to preserve the nutrients and texture of vegetables, resulting in a healthy and flavorful side dish.
  • When choosing vegetables for steaming, opt for fresh, crisp, and colorful options for the best results.
  • To enhance the flavor of your steamed vegetables, consider adding seasonings and sauces, such as garlic, ginger, soy sauce, or sesame oil.
  • For a more vibrant color and added crunch, blanch the vegetables in boiling water for a few seconds before steaming.
  • To prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy, avoid over steaming. Aim for a tender yet slightly crisp texture.
  • Conclusion:

    Incorporating steamed vegetables into your diet is an excellent way to enjoy a healthy and delicious side dish. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a vibrant and flavorful dish that complements a variety of main courses. Whether you prefer a classic steamed vegetable medley or a more adventurous combination, the possibilities are endless. So, embrace the simplicity and benefits of steamed vegetables and enjoy them as part of a balanced and nutritious meal.

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