Imagine transforming humble broccoli into a culinary masterpiece that's not just healthy, but incredibly delicious! This Steamed Broccoli with Miso Peanut Butter Sauce is about to revolutionize your vegetable game, offering a perfect blend of nutrition, umami, and irresistible flavor that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Get ready to elevate your home cooking with this simple yet sophisticated recipe that proves healthy eating can be mind-blowingly tasty!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons miso paste
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Water to thin the sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing thoroughly and cutting into uniform bite-sized florets, ensuring pieces are roughly similar in size for even steaming.
- Set up a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water, making sure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
- Arrange broccoli florets in a single layer inside the steamer basket, allowing space between pieces for steam to circulate.
- Cover the steamer and cook broccoli for 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Avoid overcooking to maintain nutritional value and texture.
- While broccoli steams, prepare the miso peanut butter sauce by whisking together miso paste, peanut butter, soy sauce, and honey in a small bowl.
- Gradually add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, to thin the sauce to a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
- Once broccoli is cooked, transfer to a serving plate and immediately drizzle with the miso peanut butter sauce.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for additional flavor and visual appeal.
Tips
- Size Matters: Cut broccoli florets into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Steam, Don't Boil: Steaming preserves more nutrients and color compared to boiling, keeping your broccoli vibrant and crisp.
- Sauce Consistency is Key: Add water to your miso peanut butter sauce gradually to achieve the perfect drizzling texture.
- Timing is Crucial: Steam broccoli for 5-7 minutes max to maintain its bright green color and crisp-tender bite.
- Serve Immediately: Drizzle the sauce right after steaming to ensure the broccoli stays hot and the sauce adheres beautifully.
- Optional Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds or chopped green onions for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
