Steamed Broccoli Diet Recipe
Includes white rice and a choice of white sauce, brown sauce or garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Grains
Sauces
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Start by rinsing 1 cup of white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 3
Steaming Broccoli
- 4
Prepare the Broccoli
Wash 2 cups of broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets.
- 5
Steam the Broccoli
Fill a pot with about 1 inch of water and bring it to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the pot, add the broccoli florets, cover, and steam for about 4-5 minutes until tender but still bright green.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Dish
On a plate, serve a portion of the fluffed white rice and top it with the steamed broccoli.
- 7
Add Sauce
Choose your preferred sauce (white sauce, brown sauce, or garlic sauce) and drizzle it over the broccoli and rice.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve hot and enjoy your healthy steamed broccoli diet!
