STEAMED CORN ON THE COB RECIPE
1. Sugar is added to retain the color of the veggies while cooking. But you can skip it.
2. Don’t cut the chapati strips too small as it becomes mushy when cooking. it should be lengtheir to get the noodles to look.
3. Leftover chapatis work great for this recipe. But you can make this with fresh chapatis as well but make sure they are completely cooled. You may use wheat or multigrain chapati or tortillas or frozen parathas. You can also use spinach chapati or avocado chapati making dish more healthy.
Steamed Corn on the Cob is a classic and healthy dish that brings out the natural sweetness and crunch of fresh corn. This recipe provides a simple and straightforward method to steam corn on the cob, resulting in a delicious and nutritious side dish that can be enjoyed with various meals.
INGREDIENTS
Recipe:
Steamed Corn on the Cob Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 fresh corn on the cob
- Water for steaming
- Salt, to taste
- Lemon wedges (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
PEOCESS
- Shuck and clean the corn.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add salt to the boiling water.
- Place the corn cobs into the pot, making sure they are fully submerged.
- Cover the pot and steam the corn for 7-10 minutes.
- Check for doneness by piercing a kernel with a knife.
- Once cooked, remove the corn from the pot and let it cool slightly.
- Season with salt and serve hot with lemon wedges, if desired.
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WEIGHT LOSS TIPS
- Enjoy steamed corn on the cob as a low-calorie and nutritious snack option.
- Limit the amount of added salt or butter to keep it healthier.
- Include more fiber-rich foods like corn in your diet to promote satiety and aid weight loss.
- Combine steamed corn with other vegetables and lean protein for a balanced meal.
- Practice portion control and listen to your body’s hunger and fullness cues.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: 77 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 17.6 g
- Protein: 2.9 g
- Fat: 0.9 g
- Fiber: 2.3 g
