Best 5 Steamed Asian Sesame Veggies Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of steamed Asian sesame veggie recipes. Embark on a voyage of flavors as you explore a diverse range of vegetable combinations, each artfully paired with a tantalizing sesame sauce. Discover the vibrant medley of broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers, perfectly steamed to retain their crisp texture and vibrant hues. Delight in the earthy elegance of steamed asparagus and shiitake mushrooms, where umami and sesame dance in perfect harmony. Experience the delicate sweetness of steamed baby bok choy, gently enveloped in a fragrant sesame embrace. And for a touch of exotic flair, savor the unique flavors of steamed edamame, where the subtle sweetness of the beans meets the nutty richness of sesame. Each recipe offers a symphony of flavors and textures, promising a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds captivated.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

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

Ingredients

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 SESAME-CHILE OIL

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Provided by Daphne Brogdon

Categories side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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 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

Ingredients

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.

Tips:

Choose fresh, crisp vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
Don't overcrowd the steamer. Allow some space between the vegetables so that they can steam properly.
Season the vegetables lightly with salt and pepper before steaming. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic, ginger, or soy sauce, to taste.
Steam the vegetables until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy.
Serve the steamed vegetables immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or dressing.

Conclusion:

Steaming vegetables is a healthy and delicious way to cook them. It preserves the nutrients and vitamins in the vegetables, and it also results in a lighter, more flavorful dish. Steamed vegetables are a great side dish for any meal, and they can also be used as a main course or in salads, soups, and stir-fries.