Pan-Steamed Asian Greens with Shiitake Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Pan-Steamed Asian Greens with Shiitake Sauce
45 min.
4
53kcal

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If you're searching for a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Asian cuisine, look no further than our Pan-Steamed Asian Greens with Shiitake Sauce. This delightful vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare but is also bursting with nutritional goodness, making it an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, or even a light snack.

The star of this dish is the delectable shiitake mushrooms, which bring a rich umami flavor to the sauce. Soaking the dried mushrooms transforms them into tender delights, while their soaking liquid serves as a fragrant base. Combined with dry sherry, minced garlic, and a touch of sugar, the sauce creates a perfect balance of savory and sweet that elevates the dish to new heights.

Your plate will be a feast for the eyes as well, showcasing a stunning array of green vegetables. The bright colors and crisp textures of the pan-steamed Asian greens beautifully complement the rich sauce, making it not only a treat for your taste buds but also a visually appealing addition to your dining table. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe perfectly fits into a busy lifestyle while ensuring that healthy eating remains enjoyable and satisfying.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply indulging in a self-care night at home, this Pan-Steamed Asian Greens with Shiitake Sauce will surely impress and delight. So grab your frying pan and let’s start cooking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • ounce mushroom caps dried
  • 0.3 cup cooking sherry dry
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  •  pan-steamed asian greens 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • teaspoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Rinse mushrooms and place in a bowl; cover with 2 cups hot water.
  2. Let soak until soft, about 20 minutes. Lift mushrooms out and squeeze their liquid into bowl; reserve liquid.
  3. Cut off and discard tough stems from mushrooms; thinly slice caps.
  4. Carefully pour 3/4 cup of the mushroom-soaking liquid into a 1- to 2-quart pan, leaving sediment behind.
  5. Add sliced mushrooms, sherry, soy sauce, garlic, and sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer until mushrooms are tender to bite, about 5 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water; add to mushrooms and stir until boiling.
  7. Arrange hot greens on a platter. Spoon mushroom sauce in a band over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories53kcal
Protein15.02%
Fat1.84%
Carbs83.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.52
Glycemic Load
1.71
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.3800000688466%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:53.29kcal
2.66%
Fat:0.1g
0.15%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:9.82g
3.27%
Net Carbohydrates:8.89g
3.23%
Sugar:2.47g
2.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:505.06mg
21.96%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:5.32%
100%
Protein:1.77g
3.55%
Copper:0.39mg
19.29%
Vitamin B5:1.6mg
16.04%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.05%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.95%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.41%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.96%
Selenium:3.68µg
5.26%
Potassium:147.83mg
4.22%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.17%
Phosphorus:38.72mg
3.87%
Magnesium:15.07mg
3.77%
Fiber:0.94g
3.75%
Folate:13.66µg
3.41%
Iron:0.42mg
2.34%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.1%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.84%
Vitamin C:1.05mg
1.27%
Source:My Recipes