Ponzu Sauce:
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2-inch knob fresh ginger, peeled and grated (about 1 tablespoon)
1 serrano chile, stemmed and sliced (with seeds)
1 scallion (green and white), thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon cracked coriander seeds, optional
Vegetables:
1/2 bunch broccoli, cut in large florets
1/2 bunch cauliflower, cut in large florets
2 carrots, cut in thick slices
1 yellow or zucchini squash, cut in thick rounds
1/2 to 1 head fennel, cut into thin wedges
1 bunch asparagus
8 cloves garlic
1 bunch scallions
For the sauce: Whisk all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
For the vegetables: Pour 1- inch or more of water in a wok or skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Place the vegetables in a bamboo or collapsible steamer. Set the steamer over the boiling water, cover, and cook for 5 to 8 minutes or just until the vegetables are crisp tender. Serve warm or at room temperature with the sauce.
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