One of the best ways of cooking is steaming because it retains the nutrients and makes them hydrating when compared to grilling, braising, or deep-frying. For people who are watchful of what they eat, steamed vegetables are the best options to load your body with fibre and other vitamins and minerals.
The only problem with steamed vegetables is that they look boring. With Usha’s steam oven, you can opt for unique dishes that are steamed but interesting. From rolls to stuffed delights, take a look at what you can cook in the modern-day kitchen appliance.
Steamed Asparagus
Steamed asparagus is among the best side dishes you can serve with a Continental meal. Not only does it add a green hue to the plate but also fibre and nutrients. Using the steam oven, you cook asparagus until the stems are tender but crispy. You can later toss them in a solution of melted garlic butter and lemon juice. It pairs well with bread-based and creamy dishes.
Steamed Dumplings
Another steamed vegetable recipe includes enveloping your favourite veggies in a thin layer of dough. Since you are all about eating healthy, you can replace maida with multigrain atta or even the millet flour of your choice. Sprinkle salt over chopped veggies and keep them aside for 10 minutes for the excess water to be released. After draining it, sprinkle pepper stuff the vegetables inside a thin disc and steam the dumplings.
Vegetable Steamed With Herbs
A simple way to make steamed vegetables interesting is by infusing them with fresh notes of herbs. Before cooking a medley of bell peppers, carrots, beans, potatoes, zucchini, and broccoli, you can toss them in a blend of olive oil, coriander leaves, thyme, and rosemary. Sprinkle red chilli powder and pepper for the kick.
Steamed Broccoli
Broccoli belongs to the family of cabbage and is considered one of the most nutritious vegetables. It is rich in fibre, potassium, calcium, vitamin C, folate, vitamin K, and many other vitamins and minerals. Steam broccoli florets in the oven until they are crunchy and easy to bite. Let them cool off outside for 5 minutes and toss with melted garlic butter, pepper, and paprika powder. Serve these with grated Parmesan cheese on the top.
Cabbage Roll
A cabbage roll is an interesting way to enjoy steamed vegetables. You can also call it a gluten-free dumpling, a dish that cannot get any healthier than this. Blanch big cabbage leaves for a couple of minutes so they are soft and can be rolled without breaking. Add vegetable stuffing in the centre and gently roll the leaf. Put through a toothpick to hold the seal so the rolls do not disintegrate in the oven.
Steamed Bok Choy
Steamed bok choy is a delicious way to inculcate the leafy green into your diet. It is often added to soups and stews. Rich in vitamins C and K, the veggie is considered good for the skin and your digestive system. Drizzle a solution of sesame oil, soy sauce, and minced garlic all over the bok choy before sliding it inside the oven. Once steamed, garnish it with toasted sesame seeds and some chilli oil before biting into it.