Wow. Before we get started, I have a little vent… I had already written this whole post, but it got deleted, so I’m starting all over again. I tried saving it diligently, but it didn’t work… hehe. So here I am, smiling and rewriting from scratch (enlightened at last).
Anyway, today’s topic is making steamed vegetables—healthy, satisfying, and perfect for weight loss. Chubby mom and her daughter eat this dish all the time, and it recently gained even more fame after Jin Se-yeon shared the recipe on TV.
So, let’s dive into making the famous Jin Se-yeon Steamed Vegetables! (Calling all veggie lovers and dieters—gather around!)


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First, let’s introduce the ingredients for the steamed vegetables. For the recipe, I recommend using all your favorite vegetables along with tofu to add some protein. If you don’t have tofu, boiled eggs work just as well.
Ingredients for Steamed Vegetables
All your favorite vegetables, mushrooms, tofu, etc. - Chubby mom and her daughter used carrots, broccoli, king oyster mushrooms, bok choy, shishito peppers, zucchini, and eggplant. |
Next, let’s look at the dressing (sauce) ingredients. Jin Se-yeon used the five ingredients listed in bold below, but Chubby mom and her daughter skipped the oligosaccharide (allulose) and instead added a bit of lemon juice and black pepper.
Dressing (Sauce) Ingredients
Minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, oligosaccharide (allulose), perilla oil - Chubby mom and her daughter used minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and raw perilla oil. |
Now, let’s finally make the delicious and satisfying steamed vegetables!
Steamed Vegetables Recipe
1. Set Up the Steamer
Fill a pot about one-third full with water and place the steamer on top. The steamer that Chubby mom and her daughter use looks like the one in the photo below.
They managed to score a steamer that perfectly fits their large pot and wok, and it works really well. You don’t need a steamer that looks exactly like this—any steamer you have at home will work fine.



2. Arrange the Vegetables
Once the steamer is ready, wash all your favorite vegetables thoroughly, cut them into bite-sized pieces, and place them in the steamer.
Chubby mom and her daughter usually start with broccoli and carrots, which they enjoy the most, and also add king oyster mushrooms. For mushrooms, you can use any type you like.
For reference, here’s a bit more about the nutritional benefits of broccoli and carrots:
- Broccoli is rich in sulforaphane, vitamin C, folate, dietary fiber, calcium, iron, and potassium, offering anti-inflammatory, anticancer, liver-detoxifying, and immune-boosting benefits. Sulforaphane, in particular, is a powerful anticancer compound that activates enzymes to detoxify carcinogens.
- Carrots are abundant in beta-carotene, dietary fiber, vitamins K, C, and B-complex, and potassium. Beta-carotene is a precursor to vitamin A and is known to support eye health, immune function, skin health, and antioxidant activity. Truly admirable and thankful vegetables!



Next, add zucchini, shishito peppers, and bok choy. The shishito peppers were a gift from Chubby mom’s eldest daughter’s husband, whose family grows them.
They were incredibly fresh and delicious—probably because they were just picked—and have been enjoyed thoroughly. (Gifts like this are always warmly welcomed!)
Chubby mom and her daughter like a bit of spiciness, so they included the shishito peppers. However, if you don’t enjoy spicy flavors, it’s best to skip them.



Finally, add eggplant, which is rich in anthocyanins. Like broccoli and carrots, eggplant is one of the vegetables Chubby mom and her daughter eat frequently. They often make eggplant rice bowls, use it in steamed vegetable dishes, or pair it with salmon steaks.
As everyone probably knows, eggplant is packed with anthocyanins and chlorogenic acid, which help regulate blood pressure, prevent arteriosclerosis, and support cardiovascular health. They also work as antioxidants, helping to slow cell aging, improve skin health, and protect brain cells, aiding in memory retention.
Additionally, research suggests that anthocyanins and chlorogenic acid can suppress cell mutations and inhibit cancer cell growth. Truly, eggplant is such a wonderful, admirable, and remarkable vegetable.


3. Steaming (3–9 minutes)
Once all the vegetables, mushrooms, and tofu are in the steamer, cover it and steam over medium-low heat for 3–9 minutes to complete the dish.
Chubby mom’s daughter once saw on YouTube that steaming eggplant for 9–12 minutes enhances its benefits, so she usually steams it for about 9 minutes. However, if you prefer a crunchier texture, it’s best to steam for a shorter time.
Oh, and in this post, Chubby mom and her daughter did not add tofu, because they had already prepared boiled eggs separately. To ensure you get enough protein, it’s recommended to include either eggs or tofu alongside your steamed vegetables.



Dressing (Sauce) Recipe
Making the dressing is simple. Just combine all the ingredients listed above and mix well. Chubby mom’s daughter used the following amounts (measured with a teaspoon): 3 tsp minced garlic, 5 tsp olive oil, a pinch of black pepper, 1 tsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp raw perilla oil.
Of course, feel free to adjust the quantities to your taste and create your own personalized sauce. For reference, the olive oil Chubby mom’s daughter used in the photo is the Divella Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which she mentioned enjoying in a previous post.
If you’re curious about it, check the link below:
[Divella Extra Virgin Olive Oil]
Recommended Olive Oil – DIVELLA Extra Virgin Olive Oil(DIVELLA OLIVE OIL, DIVELLA OLIO EXTRA VERGINE DI OLIVA, Best Olive Oil
Today!!It's been a while, but I'm finally back to introduce an olive oil that my whole family (a.k.a. Chubby mom's family 😄) has been absolutely loving—we’re already on our fifth bottle! These days, olive oil has become a staple in many kitchens, an
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Next, add lemon juice, soy sauce, and raw perilla oil. In this post, fresh lemons were used to make the lemon juice, but as mentioned in a previous post, Chubby mom’s daughter often uses organic lemon juice as well. If using fresh lemons is inconvenient, you can simply buy lemon juice and use that instead.
For reference, if you’re curious about the organic lemon juice and raw perilla oil that Chubby mom’s daughter regularly uses, check the links below:
[Holberry Organic Lemon Juice]
Organic Lemon Juice Recommendation(Wholeberry Organic Lemon Juice, 100% Spanish Lemons, Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice, Rich Lemon
🎉 Ta-da! Today, I’m reviewing the Wholeberry Organic Lemon Juice that Chubby mom’s eldest daughter recently gifted her. 🍋 It’s said to be pure, freshly squeezed lemon juice—not from concentrate—which makes it feel more premium, healthier, a
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[N.Oil Raw Perilla Oil]
Recommendation: "Raw Perilla Oil" That Minimizes Nutrient Destruction(Cold-Pressed Perilla Oil, Extra Virgin Perilla Oil, Antiox
Ta-da!Today, I’d like to introduce a special raw perilla oil, also known as extra virgin perilla oil, which I received as a gift from Chubby mom’s eldest daughter.Unlike regular perilla oil, this one is made differently—minimizing nutrient loss and r
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How to Eat
Eating this is really simple… it feels almost embarrassing to explain (hehe). Just arrange the steamed vegetables nicely on a plate, pour your preferred sauce over them, and enjoy.
The photo at the bottom shows the vegetables with the sauce added. Since we love garlic, a little extra was used, so you can see plenty of garlic (heh).
With the delicious sauce, the steamed vegetables taste twice as good. Chubby mom and her daughter also enjoyed them with boiled eggs and whole-grain bean rice. To make sure you get enough protein, don’t forget to include eggs or tofu!


If you want to eat a variety of vegetables but aren’t sure which dish to make, I highly recommend Jin Se-yeon’s steamed vegetables—it’s simple, quick, easy to prepare, satisfying, and also great for dieting.
These days, diet pills have improved and can make weight management easier, but relying solely on pills can make it difficult to manage your overall diet. So why not include healthy dishes like steamed vegetables as part of a balanced diet?
I hope this post is helpful for those interested in dieting, as well as for health enthusiasts and veggie lovers. That wraps up today’s post. Good night, everyone—Choo Choo!!

Curious about another healthy recipe? Check out the link below:
[Salmon Olive Oil Steak (Steamed)]
Super Easy Salmon Olive Oil Steak Recipe (Truly Simple Salmon Steak, Healthy Salmon Steak, Olive Oil Steamed Salmon with Veggies
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