Steamed Asian Greens With Char Siu Sauce

No Chinese weeknight wonder is more quintessential than steamed Asian greens with char siu sauce – at once authentic, quick and easy. Besides its savouriness, you may find a hint of sweetness and even spice – a combination that hits all the necessary spots for a healthy and fuss-free dish.

Yield: Serves 4
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Difficulty Level: 2/5

Ingredients

• 350 g broccolini, trimmed
• 150 g snow peas, trimmed
• 2 baby bok choy, halved
• 1 fresh long red chilli, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsps char siu sauce
• 2 tsps sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp peanut oil

Steps

01. Layer broccolini, snow peas, baby buk choy and red chilli in a large baking-paper-lined bamboo steamer. Steam, covered, over a large wok of simmering water about 5 mins or until vegetables are just tender.

02. Combine vegetables, char siu sauce and sesame oil in a large bowl. Heat peanut oil in a small saucepan until hot; pour oil over vegetable mixture then toss to combine. Serve sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds.

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