You will need to microwave the broccoli until the water is boiling and the bowl has filled with steam. Add 1 cup of water (it should give you a depth of around 1 inch). Place broccoli florets into a microwave-safe bowl (use a microwave trivet if you have one). First, wash the broccoli and cut into florets.
PERFECT STEAMED BROCCOLI HOW TO
I have this one: Joie silicone vegetable steamer*.īroccoli all prepped and ready for the microwave How to steam broccoli in the microwave The broccoli florets in the bottom of the bowl will be sitting in the water, and may get a little overcooked, but you can avoid this by raising the broccoli up out of the water using a microwave-safe trivet or steamer basket. You also need a small amount of water, just about an inch of depth in the bottom of the bowl as you don’t want the broccoli sitting in the water-you just want it to cook in the steam. If using fresh broccoli, one medium head of broccoli is usually a good amount for four servings. I normally use fresh broccoli, but you can also cook frozen broccoli florets in the microwave. You can also use a plate upside down over the top of the bowl as long as it is well-fitting enough that it will prevent the steam from escaping. You will need a microwave-safe dish or bowl with a well-fitting lid. What do you need? Microwave-safe bowl with a lid Scroll down for the printable recipe card for how to steam broccoli in the microwave, or read on for all the details. Check out some of my other microwave recipes for steamed vegetables: microwave cauliflower, microwave carrots, microwave green beans, and microwave corn on the cob. Try steaming vegetables in the microwave any time you need a healthy side dish and are short on time. > Related recipe: Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli Steaming broccoli, on the other hand, is a much gentler way to cook it, which helps to retain its texture and flavor much better than cooking it directly in boiling water. Microwave boiled broccoli can often end up overcooked, and leaches nutrients into the water. Steaming it in the microwave is super quick and easy, and a great option if you are short on time. Microwave steamed broccoli makes a great side dish for many meals.
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