Heart-Healthy Steamed Rice Rolls
Discover the wholesome goodness of Heart-Healthy Steamed Rice Rolls, a lighter twist on a classic comfort food that's both nutritious and delicious. Made with rice flour and a touch of tapioca or corn starch, these delicate rolls are packed with vibrant fillings like shredded carrots, diced mushrooms, and fresh scallions. Steamed to perfection, they boast a silky texture and are served with a simple low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil dressing for a savory touch. This gluten-free recipe is ideal for those looking for healthier Asian cuisine, providing a low-fat, high-flavor option that’s perfect for light lunches, appetizers, or guilt-free snacking. Easy to make and ready in under 35 minutes, these steamed rice rolls are as beautiful as they are satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice flour
- 1 tablespoon Tapioca starch (or corn starch for a healthier alternative)
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 cup Carrots (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Scallions (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Cooked mushrooms (diced)
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Cooking spray or neutral oil
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour and tapioca starch. Gradually add water while stirring until the mixture forms a smooth, thin batter. Ensure there are no lumps.
Prepare your fillings by shredding the carrots, dicing the cooked mushrooms, and chopping scallions and optional cilantro.
Lightly grease a flat, shallow heatproof pan (like a small cake or pie pan) with cooking spray or neutral oil to prevent sticking.
Fill a wide pot or wok with about 1 inch of water and place a steam rack or trivet inside. Bring the water to a gentle simmer.
Pour a thin layer of the batter (just enough to cover the bottom) into the greased pan. Scatter a small amount of the prepared filling evenly over the batter layer.
Carefully place the pan onto the steam rack inside the pot or wok, cover with a lid, and steam on medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until the rice roll is set and slightly translucent.
Using a spatula, gently loosen the edge of the steamed rice sheet. Carefully roll it up into a cylinder, folding in the filling as you go, and transfer to a plate.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling, greasing the pan lightly between uses if needed.
For the sauce, combine low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil in a small bowl. Drizzle over the rice rolls or serve on the side for dipping.
Garnish with additional scallions and cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy steamed rice rolls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
841 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1105 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.0 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 847 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
