It can also be used to wrap sandwiches or other items before heating to keep them secure, or for steaming proteins and vegetables, helping retain their moisture and nutrients.
—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
Enjoy it with potato chips, mixed with kewpie mayo over steaming white rice, or stirred into a simple pasta with lemon.
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