This Steamed Beef and Nappa Cabbage (Baechu-jjim) is the ultimate healthy comfort food. Layered with fresh vegetables and lean beef, it’s steamed to perfection to preserve all the nutrients. The highlight of this dish is the creamy, additive-free peanut dipping sauce.
Watch the Cooking Process
Ingredients
- Thinly sliced beef (shabu-shabu style)
- Nappa cabbage, Bean sprouts, Mushrooms (any kind), Garlic chives (Buchu)
- The Special Peanut Sauce:
- 2 tbsp 100% Pure Peanut Butter (no additives)
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Allulose
- 1 tbsp Vinegar
- Water (to adjust consistency)
- Sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Layering in the Steamer First, spread a generous layer of bean sprouts at the bottom of the steamer. Then, layer the Nappa cabbage, followed by mushrooms, and finally the beef. Top it all off with garlic chives for a wonderful aroma. (Insert photo of the layered ingredients in the steamer)
2. Steaming Steam everything together until the beef is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender. (Insert photo of the steam rising from the pot)
3. Making the 100% Peanut Sauce In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of 100% peanut butter, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of allulose, and 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Gradually add water to reach your desired consistency, then sprinkle with sesame seeds. (Insert photo of the creamy peanut sauce)
4. Enjoy! Dip the steamed beef and vegetables into the rich peanut sauce and enjoy the clean, nutty flavor.