Name: How to Steam Broccoli Perfectly Every Time
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 bunch of broccoli -; Many options here: -; Olive oil, butter, or mayonnaise (use olive oil if cooking vegan) -; Freshly ground black pepper -; Lemon zest or juice, balsamic vinegar, seasoned rice vinegar -; Toasted almonds, toasted sesame seeds -

How to Steam Broccoli Perfectly Every Time

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Ingredients for - How to Steam Broccoli Perfectly Every Time

1. 1 bunch of broccoli -

2. Many options here: -

3. Olive oil, butter, or mayonnaise (use olive oil if cooking vegan) -

4. Freshly ground black pepper -

5. Lemon zest or juice, balsamic vinegar, seasoned rice vinegar -

6. Toasted almonds, toasted sesame seeds -

How to cook deliciously - How to Steam Broccoli Perfectly Every Time

1. Stage

Prep the broccoli crowns and stems: Cut the crowns away from the large stems of the broccoli. Break the crown up into bite-sized florets. Rinse the broccoli florets thoroughly. Peel and discard the thick outer skin of the stems. Slice the stems or cut them into quarters lengthwise.

2. Stage

Bring steamer water to a boil: Place 3/4 to 1 inch of water in a saucepan with a steamer and bring to a boil. (Note that if you don't have a steamer, you can simply put the broccoli directly into an inch of boiling water.)

3. Stage

Add broccoli, steam 5 to 6 min: Add the broccoli to the steamer and cover; reduce heat to medium and let cook for 5-6 minutes. The broccoli is done when you can pierce it with a fork. As soon as it is pierce-able, remove from heat, place in serving dish. Note that green vegetables like broccoli will turn from vibrant green to drab olive green at about the 7 minute mark of cooking. So, watch the time, and don't let the broccoli overcook!

4. Stage

Dress with your favorite topping: Dress to taste with butter, olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon zest or juice, seasoned rice vinegar, balsamic vinegar, ground black pepper, toasted almonds, or sesame seeds. Did you love the recipe? Give us some stars and leave a comment below!