Sweet and Sour Green Onions Microwave
Transform your humble scallions into a quick and flavorful side dish with this Sweet and Sour Green Onions Microwave recipe. Ready in under 10 minutes, this dish pairs the crisp freshness of green onions with a tangy-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and a hint of sesame oil. The use of the microwave minimizes cooking time while locking in bold flavors, making it a perfect go-to for busy weeknights. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds for a hint of nuttiness, these tender green onions can be served as a side or spooned over steamed rice for an easy, satisfying meal. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired flavors, this recipe is both time-efficient and deliciously unique.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 stalks green onions (scallions)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Wash and trim the green onions, removing the root ends and any yellowed tops. Cut them into thirds to create manageable pieces.
In a microwave-safe bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water.
Add the cornstarch to the mixture and whisk until fully dissolved to create the sauce.
Place the green onions in the same microwave-safe bowl, ensuring they are coated evenly with the sauce.
Cover the bowl loosely with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a lid, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Carefully remove the bowl and stir the contents to ensure even cooking.
Return the bowl to the microwave and cook on high for an additional 1 minute, or until the green onions are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove the bowl from the microwave and let it rest for 1 minute to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or over steamed rice for a simple meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1162 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 246 mg | 5% | |
*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.
