Veg Yasai Itame
Veg Yasai Itame - Stir-fried mixed vegetables with soy sauce and mirin. Here's a recipe for Veg Yasai Itame:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 carrot, sliced into thin strips
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and mushrooms to the wok/skillet, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Mix together the soy sauce and mirin in a small bowl.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the vegetables and continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are cooked through and coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Garnish with sliced green onions.
Serve the Veg Yasai Itame hot with steamed rice or noodles for a delicious and healthy meal.
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Veg Yasai Itame Nutrition information
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 542mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 4g
Health benefits of Veg Yasai Itame
⇒ High Nutrient Content: This dish is rich in a variety of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, depending on the vegetables used. It can be a good way to meet your daily recommended intake of these nutrients.
⇒ Low in Calories: Veg Yasai Itame is a low-calorie dish, making it a great option for people who are looking to manage their weight.
⇒ May Help Improve Digestion: The vegetables in this dish are high in fiber, which can promote healthy digestion and prevent constipation.
⇒ Heart-Healthy: Soy sauce used in the dish contain a compound called isoflavones, which may help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
⇒ May Help Lower Blood Pressure: The high potassium content in the vegetables used in this dish may help lower blood pressure levels.
⇒ Can Boost Immune Function: The antioxidants present in the vegetables can help strengthen the immune system, reducing the risk of infections and diseases.