Steamed Cabbage & Carrots
Delight in tender steamed cabbage and sweet carrots lightly seasoned with butter and spices, perfect as a healthy, flavorful side for any meal.
Equipment
- 1 pot with steamer basket
Ingredients
- ½ head green cabbage chopped
- 2 large carrots sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic minced (optional)
- Squeeze of lemon juice or chopped parsley optional
Instructions
- Wash and chop the cabbage into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the carrots into thin rounds or matchsticks.
- Bring about 1 inch of water to a boil in a pot fitted with a steamer basket.
- Add the cabbage and carrots to the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 6 to 8 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Transfer the steamed vegetables to a bowl.
- Add butter or olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic if using.
- Toss the vegetables gently until evenly coated.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of chopped parsley for extra freshness.
- Serve warm alongside chicken, fish, beef, or rice dishes.
Notes
- Do not over-steam to keep cabbage slightly crisp.
- Enhance flavor with soy sauce, sesame oil, or red pepper flakes.
- Add a drizzle of honey for sweetness.
- Make it heartier by tossing with cooked bacon bits or toasted almonds.