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Vegetables That Pair Perfectly with Char Siu

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Explore the best vegetables to complement the sweet and savory flavors of char siu, including traditional and unconventional choices.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Bok Choy
  • Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan)
  • Bean Sprouts
  • Bell Peppers
  • Carrots
  • Daikon Radish
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Shiitake Mushrooms
  • Oyster Mushrooms
  • Button Mushrooms
  • Eggplant
  • Zucchini
  • Asparagus
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • Corn

Instructions

  1. Blanch bok choy in boiling water for 30-60 seconds.
  2. Steam or stir-fry gai lan with oyster sauce.
  3. Stir-fry or serve bean sprouts raw.
  4. Stir-fry bell peppers with char siu for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Roast carrots with garlic for a sweet crunch.
  6. Add daikon radish to salads or stir-fries.
  7. Roast sweet potatoes with five-spice powder.
  8. Stir-fry mushrooms with garlic and soy sauce.
  9. Slice and roast eggplant and zucchini at 350°F.
  10. Grill asparagus brushed with soy sauce.
  11. Roast Brussels sprouts until crispy.
  12. Grill or stir-fry corn kernels with butter and garlic.

Notes

Experiment with different veggies and find your favorite combinations to serve with char siu.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stir-frying, Roasting, Steaming, Grilling
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 155
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg