Source: Andreas Fischer, AdobeStockSteaming is the best way to prepare light and low-calorie meals. It's not only healthy but also delicious if you add a little creativity. Plus, there are many recipes that even an inexperienced cook can quickly master. Here's a great selection!
1. Steamed Corn Porridge
Source: pinterest.comA wonderful, hearty breakfast for adults and children. And nothing burns!
You will need: 50g corn grits, 100ml milk, 100ml water, 5g butter, sugar, salt, vanilla.
Preparation: Mix water with milk, set aside 50ml, and pour the rest over the corn grits in the steamer container. Cook for 20 minutes, add the remaining liquid, sugar, salt, and vanilla to taste, and steam for another 10 minutes. Finally, add a piece of butter.
2. Steamed Potatoes
Source: jv.ruSmall new potatoes are best for this recipe.
You will need: 500g potatoes, 100g butter, 1 bunch dill, spices.
Preparation: Wash the potatoes, cut them, add spices, and place them in the steamer container on the lower level. Cook for 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Then transfer to plates, drizzle with melted butter, and sprinkle with chopped dill.
3. Steamed Pea Soup
Source: malinika.ruChoose split peas, as they cook faster.
You will need: 200g meat, 50g peas, 3 potatoes, 1 bell pepper, 1 carrot, croutons, spices.
Preparation: Soak the peas for a couple of hours. Dice the meat and potatoes, arbitrarily chop the bell pepper, and grate the carrot. Place the meat, peas, and 4 cups of water in the steamer for 30 minutes. Add the vegetables and spices, and cook for another 30 minutes. Serve the finished soup with croutons.
4. Steamed Broccoli
Source: pirogi.ruA wonderful side dish or simply an appetizer that can be served with a sauce.
You will need: 500g broccoli, spices.
Preparation: Separate the broccoli into florets, pat dry, and season. Place everything on the upper level of the steamer and cook for about 8-10 minutes.
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5. Steamed Carrot Patties
Source: vk.comDietary, vibrant, with a wonderful taste, and simply healthy!
You will need: 600g carrots, 3-4 tbsp semolina, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 pinches salt, 125ml milk, 1 egg, 30g butter, breadcrumbs.
Preparation: Grate the carrots and stew them in butter with sugar, salt, and milk for 15 minutes. Add semolina, stew for another 5 minutes, and let cool. Beat in the egg, mix the mixture, form and coat the patties in breadcrumbs. Cook them for 20 minutes in the steamer on maximum steam.
6. Steamed Brussels Sprouts
Source: fedoskinolife.ruBoth fresh and frozen cabbage will work – it doesn't affect the process.
You will need: 300g Brussels sprouts, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Place the Brussels sprouts in the steamer basket and cook for about 15 minutes on the upper level until tender. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, and spices, and drizzle over the cooked cabbage.
7. Steamed Cauliflower
Source: street-foods.ruYou can eat it as is with sour cream and herbs, or mash it for a side dish.
You will need: 700g cauliflower, 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp salt.
Preparation: Separate the cauliflower into florets and soak them for 10 minutes in water with lemon juice and salt. Rinse, pat dry, and place in the steamer basket. Cook the cauliflower for 15-20 minutes.
8. Steamed Chicken Patties with Bread
Source: novyefoto.ruJuicy, tender, and perfectly moist – a real find.
You will need: 450g chicken fillet, 2 onions, 100g white bread, 1 egg, 4 sprigs of herbs, 2 cloves garlic, spices.
Preparation: Soak the bread in water and squeeze it out. Pass all ingredients through a meat grinder or chop with a blender. Finally, add the egg and spices, and form the patties. Cook them in the steamer for 20-25 minutes.
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9. Steamed Salmon
Source: fb.ruThe best way to cook salmon for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 200g salmon, 20g lemon zest, 25ml lemon juice, 1 sprig rosemary, salt.
Preparation: Salt the fish, sprinkle with lemon juice, top with zest, and leave for 6-7 minutes. Place in the steamer basket and add a sprig of rosemary on top. Steam the salmon for 10-15 minutes.
10. Steamed Syrniki (Cottage Cheese Pancakes)
Source: pinterest.comWe recommend using fattier cottage cheese so the syrniki don't fall apart.
You will need: 400g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 40g butter, 45g flour, 1 tbsp semolina, 10g vanilla sugar, 1 pinch salt.
Preparation: Melt the butter and blend all ingredients until smooth. Form the syrniki with wet hands and coat them in flour. Line the steamer basket with baking parchment, place the syrniki, and cook for 20 minutes.
11. Steamed Chicken Patties with Zucchini
Source: mirtesen.ruThe most diet-friendly patty recipe you can imagine.
You will need: 800g ground chicken, 250g zucchini, 1 egg, 2 tbsp breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Grate and lightly squeeze the zucchini. Mix all ingredients with the ground chicken. Mix well, form patties, and steam them for 25-30 minutes.
12. Steamed Muffin
Source: vk.comSurprisingly, even an appetizing muffin for tea can be prepared in a steamer.
You will need: 120g butter, 120g sugar, 200ml milk, 2 eggs, 220g flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp cocoa.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar until foamy, add melted butter, and whisk again. Add sifted dry ingredients and mix everything. Pour the batter into a baking mold and place it in the steamer basket. Cook the muffin for approximately 1 hour.
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13. Steamed Fish Patties
Source: postila.ruIf you mix several types of fish in the mince, it will be even tastier.
You will need: 800g fish mince, 1 lemon, 100g breadcrumbs, spices.
Preparation: Mix the fish mince with spices and add a little breadcrumbs until it reaches a manageable consistency. Form patties, place them in the steamer, and put a lemon slice on top of each. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
14. Steamed Corn on the Cob
Source: solerno.ruDrizzle the cooked corn with butter and sprinkle with salt.
You will need: 3 ears of corn.
Preparation: Remove all leaves and silks from the corn. Place in the steamer basket and cook for about 35 minutes. Or a little longer – if the corn is not very young.
15. Steamed Pork Patties
Source: farsh-recept.ruFor a vibrant color and aroma – you can add a spoon of paprika.
You will need: 300g pork, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 20g white bread, spices.
Preparation: Soak and squeeze the white bread. Pass it through a meat grinder with the pork and onion. Add grated carrot and spices, beat the mince until sticky, and form patties. Cook them in the steamer for about 40 minutes.
16. Steamed Omelet
Source: osnmedia.ruSurprisingly, you can literally cook anything in a steamer.
You will need: 2 eggs, 100ml milk, spices.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs well with milk and spices. Pour the mixture into muffin molds and cook the omelet in the steamer for 8-10 minutes over low heat.
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17. Steamed Chicken Drumsticks
Source: photoby.ruDrumsticks or thighs – choose to your taste.
You will need: 6 chicken drumsticks, 6 cloves garlic, 3 tsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Marinate the chicken drumsticks in spices, oil, and garlic for about half an hour. Place them in the steamer basket directly with the remaining marinade. Cook the dish for 50 minutes.
18. Steamed Rice with Vegetables
Source: komi-nao.ruUsually, this rice is cooked in a pan, but we offer a healthier recipe.
You will need: 120g rice, 200ml water, 70g carrots, 80g cherry tomatoes, 60g green peas, 15g butter, spices.
Preparation: Rinse the rice, place it in the steamer basket, and pour water over it. Add arbitrarily chopped vegetables and place pieces of butter on top. Season and cook in the steamer for 25-30 minutes.
19. Steamed Stuffed Bell Peppers
Source: mixyfotos.ruA complete family dinner – very hearty and still healthy.
You will need: 6 bell peppers, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 200g ground meat, 1 cup cooked rice, spices.
Preparation: Carefully cut off the tops of the peppers from the stem side and remove the seeds. Mince the onion, grate the carrot, and mix them with the ground meat, rice, and spices. Fill the peppers with the stuffing and cook for 40 minutes in the steamer.
20. Steamed Zucchini and Eggplant Casserole
Source: pinterest.comIf you wish, you can add any other vegetables of your choice.
You will need: 1 eggplant, 1 zucchini, 1 bell pepper, 1 egg, 150g hard cheese, spices.
Preparation: Dice all vegetables, grate the cheese, beat the egg, and mix everything together. Season, place in the steamer basket, cover with foil, and cook for 25-30 minutes.