A steamer basket is essential for making properly steamed vegetables, fish, dumplings, and more. Here’s how to use it for the best, perfectly steamed results.
TIP 1:Get the steaming water hot and steamy first, before adding the broccoli to the steamer basket. A quick way to get the water hot is to use a tea kettle. TIP 2:Set your timer for only five to six minutes. Smaller florets of young fresh broccoli may only need five minutes to ...
If you’d like to steam something in a bowl or plate, there is no need to line the steamer. You can place the heat-proof shallow bowl or plate directly in the steamer basket. Just be sure the lid still fits on top. Also make sure that there’s enough open space around the dish t...
How to Choose a Steamer Basket How to Use an Instant Pot: A First-Timer's Guide READ MORE: I don’t always prep or cook in advance, but boy am I glad when I do. It’s so nice to open the fridge and find things that are easily assembled into a quick meal. ...
Collapsible Steamer Basket For a simple vegetable medley, a collapsible steamer basket would do just the trick. Simply add water to any pot, bring to a boil, lower in the basket with vegetables and steam until the vegetables are the desired texture. Instant Pot An Instant Pot is also ano...
For those intrigued by different kitchen tools, understanding how to use a steamer basket effectively can transform your approach to cooking vegetables and more. Both guides offer straightforward, easy-to-follow advice that will make your kitchen adventures even more exciting and fruitful. Frequently ...
1. Put a steamer basket inside a large saucepan or pot. Add enough water to fill the bottom of the pan, keeping the level below the steamer basket. 2. Bring the water to a boil. Add cabbage wedges to the steamer basket. Cover and steam until the cabbage is tender-crisp, 10 to 12...
Using tongs, add the crab legs to the steamer basket. Cover and steam for 6-7 minutes. Remove from the steamer and serve with lemon wedges and melted butter. Sprinkle optional fresh parsley on top. Notes *Ensure your crab legs are thawed completely before use. ...
Instead, place eggs in a steamer basket(蒸笼) inside a pot. Fill the pot with water. Heat your water, and once it begins toboil, set a timer for 14 minutes. Then, take the eggs from the basket and put them intocold water. This should create perfect hard-boiled eggs.Remember: Older...
How to Steam Food: We’re not trying to sell you on buying a new steamer.You can actually steam with things you already have! As I mentioned earlier, I’m going to share a few common steamer set-ups with you. I use all of themin my kitchen. I’ll also show you how I’ve taug...