Japanese-Style Soy Glazed Bell Peppers
Why not enjoy bell peppers with traditional Japanese flavors? Japanese-Style Soy Glazed Bell Peppers are a perfect choice for anyone looking to try a simple yet flavorful Japanese dish featuring bell peppers. They are easy to make and capture the essence of Japan’s culinary charm.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 7 oz green bell peppers
- 1 Tbsp water (for steaming)
Seasonings:
- 1 Tbsp mirin
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
Topping:
- shaved bonito flakes (katsuobushi)
Instructions
- Remove the stems and seeds from the green peppers, then cut them into pieces slightly larger than bite-sized.
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté the peppers, skin side down, over medium heat until lightly browned.
- Flip the peppers, then add water and cover with a lid. Let the peppers steam for a minute.
- Remove the lid, reduce the heat to low, and add the seasonings (mirin, sugar, and soy sauce). Let it simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has slightly reduced.
- Serve on a plate and top with shaved bonito flakes.
Notes
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 41.91kcal Carbohydrates: 9.68g Protein: 1.81g Fat: 0.19g Saturated Fat: 0.06g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.07g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g Sodium: 579.32mg Potassium: 193.01mg Fiber: 1.76g Sugar: 5.58g Vitamin A: 367.13IU Vitamin C: 79.78mg Calcium: 11.98mg Iron: 0.55mg
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