Okay.. how do you make steamed broccoli?

Question

Okay.. how do you make steamed broccoli?

Answer 1

put the broccoli in a perforated pan and set it over boiling water to steam to bright green. Or you could put it in a microwave dish with a little water, cover with plastic wrap and cook it for 2 min. or until bright green

Answer 2

Put it in a steaming basket and steam over a pot of water, for 5-7 minutes until it is bright green. Taste test for firmness. Plunge into cold water to set the colour, then return to reheat and get to the softness you wish.

Answer 3

I just starting using the Glad steamer bags that you put in your microwave. I use them for fresh green beans. They work very well.

Answer 4

I buy the throw away Glad steam bags. They work very well.  

Answer 5

Steaming vegetables is a great way to add flavor and color to your plate, as well as preserving their nutrition. However, it can also be a little intimidating, if you've never done it before. Don't be afraid of steaming veggies, though. You don't even need a steamer to create delicious, crisp veggies that add visual and taste appeal.

Things You’ll Need:

Large pot with lid

Vegetables, such as onions, green beans, carrots, broccoli, or cauliflower

A few tablespoons of water

Step1 Trick number one for steaming vegetables is not over cooking them. This means making sure that you've cut them up into evenly sized pieces before you start cooking.

Step2 Steam without a special steamer by placing your sturdier vegetables in a shallow pot or pan.

Step3 Cover them with a few tablespoons of water, and bring it to a boil.

Step4 Reduce the heat, and cover the pan. Allow veggies and water to simmer over low heat, while the steam becomes trapped in the pan.

Step5 Add faster cooking veggies to the pot after the harder ones have cooked for a few minutes.

Step6 Make sure that the color of your vegetables stays vibrant. If you see it starting to fade and gray, take them off the heat immediately.

Step7 Once your vegetables are done, take them off the heat, and pour the water off into a colander.

Step8 Pour cold water over them to keep them from cooking further. You can now add any seasoning you like, from garlic and pepper, to ginger and sesame oil.