Low-Sodium, Low-Potassium Bean Sprout Rice
Kidney-Friendly Recipe: Low-Sodium, Low-Potassium Bean Sprout Rice
Introducing a low-sodium, low-potassium bean sprout rice recipe designed for individuals with kidney concerns. This dish offers a mild yet satisfying flavor, blending the refreshing taste of bean sprouts with perfectly cooked rice for a wholesome meal.
Main Ingredients- 300g bean sprouts
- 3 servings cooked rice
- Sesame oil, to taste
Low-Sodium Seasoning Sauce- 1 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1.5 Korean chili peppers (minced)
- Sesame oil, to taste
- 1 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1.5 Korean chili peppers (minced)
- Sesame oil, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly. To minimize potassium content, blanch them in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes. This process helps retain their crisp texture while reducing potassium levels.
Step 2
After blanching, drain the bean sprouts in a colander and let them cool slightly, allowing the steam to escape. Ensure they are well-drained to prevent the rice from becoming soggy.
Step 3
Lightly grease a rice cooker pot or a saucepan with sesame oil. Spread the blanched bean sprouts evenly over the portion of cooked rice you are preparing. (The photo shows a single serving; adjust the quantities according to the number of people you are serving.)
Step 4
Cover the bean sprouts with the cooked rice, close the lid, and cook over low heat for about 10 minutes. This gentle cooking process allows the rice to steam perfectly, ensuring fluffy grains.
Step 5
Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff and mix the rice and bean sprouts together using a rice paddle. Be careful not to mash the rice grains. Serve the mixture hot in bowls.
Step 6
Now, let’s prepare the low-sodium seasoning sauce. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of minced green onion and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Add 3 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce. If low-sodium soy sauce is unavailable, you can dilute regular soy sauce by mixing 1 tablespoon of soy sauce with 3 to 5 tablespoons of water.
Step 7
Since low-sodium soy sauce can be mild, we’ll enhance the flavor with sweetness and a hint of spice. Add 2 tablespoons of oligosaccharide and 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes. For a pleasant kick, finely mince 1.5 Korean chili peppers and add them to the sauce. A little extra sesame oil can be added for more nutty flavor, though it was already used in cooking the rice.
Step 8
To serve, take about 1/3 of the prepared seasoning sauce and mix it with the bean sprout rice. Adjust the amount of sauce to your preference and enjoy this healthy and delicious meal!
