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How to Steam Broccoli

Broccoli is not only nutritionally impressive, but can be delicious when cooked the right way. Its bright green florets are filled with vitamin C and other wonderful nutrients, which can get lost if the broccoli is overcooked. This is why steaming broccoli is one of the best ways to prepare it. Here are some pointers…

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By: Vanjo Merano 1 Comment Updated: 9/2/18

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Broccoli is not only nutritionally impressive, but can be delicious when cooked the right way. Its bright green florets are filled with vitamin C and other wonderful nutrients, which can get lost if the broccoli is overcooked. This is why steaming broccoli is one of the best ways to prepare it. Here are some pointers on how to steam broccoli and ensure that all its nutritional goodness is preserved.
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Shopping for Broccoli

Fresh foods are often tricky because they spoil quicker. Most produce can only last a few days in the refrigerator before they start going bad. The same is true for broccoli. The next time you visit your local grocer or fresh food market, look for broccoli that is firm with dark green florets. The color of florets becomes brighter when it is cooked. Also, try to avoid broccoli with discolored spots on both florets and stems.

If you prefer frozen, packaged broccoli, make sure you check the expiry date. When it comes to taste and nutrition, it is always best to buy fresh broccoli. However, frozen varieties offer longer shelf life. Just make sure you defrost frozen broccoli before cooking to avoid sogginess and a watery taste.

Prepping Broccoli for Steaming

Frozen broccoli is washed before it is packaged, so all you need to do is defrost. Fresh broccoli, on the other hand, needs to be washed under cool water because it might have some dirt and chemical remnants. After it is washed, you can either slice off the stems completely or simply divide the florets with stems into smaller chunks. Smaller pieces reduce the steaming time.

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How to Steam Broccoli

Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Cook: 5 minutes minutes
Total: 10 minutes minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fresh or frozen broccoli
  • 1 1/2 cups Water
  • Salt pepper, butter or salad dressing to taste

Instructions

  • Add 1-2 inches of water in a medium pot. Place over high heat and bring to the boil.
  • Arrange the broccoli chunks on a steamer basket and suspend it over the boiling water. Close the pot lid and allow steaming for not more than 5 minutes. You can extend or shorten steaming time depending on the tenderness you prefer.
  • When broccoli florets turn a bright green color, remove the steamer basket from heat and set aside to cool. You can season broccoli by sprinkling a little salt and pepper, adding butter or drizzling salad dressing.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 2g
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How to Steam Broccoli in a Microwave

Step 1:
Arrange broccoli in a microwave-friendly dish and pour about ยฝ cup of water over the vegetables.
Step 2:
Seal the dish with either a lid or microwave-proof plate. Cook on the highest heat setting for 2-3 minutes or until it turns bright green and you can easily pierce it with a fork or knife. Season and serve.

How to Steam Broccoli Cooking Tips

If you do not have a steamer basket lying around the kitchen, the next best option is to boil or blanch the broccoli pieces. Be careful not to overcook as it can become soggy and lose its fresh flavor. Serve as a side dish for meals or in a salad.

There are several recipes that make use of broccoli in this site. You should check it out.

Vanjo Merano

Vanjo Merano is the creator of PanlasangPinoy.com. His goal is to introduce Filipino Food and Filipino Cuisine to the rest of the world. This blog was the first step that he took.

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  1. Francis Higginson says

    Posted on 8/17/16 at 11:42 am

    I share Julia Child’s view that steaming green vegetables is a sure-fire way to ruin their beautiful natural color. The brilliant green of broccoli is replaced with a military faded green. Every time. Steamers are great for…dim sum or corn or things that won’t discolor.

    Instead, fill a large sauce pan with water, cover it, bring it to a boil, remove the cover and put in the broccoli. Do NOT put the cover back on. Boil it to the doneness you like. Unless you want the hassle of a stir fry, THAT is the way to cook broccoli! Steaming indeed….(philistines)…

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