Author:
John Stephens
Date Of Creation:
24 January 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
Broccoli is not only rich in vitamin C, folic acid and fiber, but also easy to prepare and add nutrients to meals. Regardless of the method of steaming, pan-frying, baking or blanching, broccoli is always good when eaten on its own, or with other meats or vegetables. See below for instructions on how to prepare broccoli.
- Preparation time (Steaming): 15 minutes
- Processing time: 3-5 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
Steps
Method 1 of 5: Steaming fresh broccoli
Wash broccoli. If you buy broccoli at the supermarket, you only need to rinse it once.If you buy it at the market or garden, soak the broccoli in salt water for about 10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
- Garden broccoli often contains cabbage worms, a common garden worm. In the larval stage, cabbage worms are usually green, about 2.5 cm long. Although not harmful, they can cause a loss of appetite during meals. This worm usually dies in salt water. The cabbage worms will float to the top of the water so you can filter them out and discard them.
Cut off the stem. This is the hardest part of the broccoli. The stalk is edible, but the farther it is from the cotton, the harder and less delicious. You can cut off the hardware and use the rest to eat.
Cut the cotton. Cut each of the broccoli stalks or cut corners until all the broccoli breaks into small pieces for easy cooking. If you don't like stalks, cut right under the cotton. If you want more benefits from broccoli, cut the stem close to the base of the broccoli.
Put steamed rice in the pot. Pour about 5 cm high water into the pot, steam in, cover and put the pot on the stove over medium heat to boil water.
Add broccoli to steamed steamer. Open the lid of the pot, put the broccoli in the steamer and close the lid.
Steamed broccoli. Leave broccoli in the steamer for 3 - 5 minutes, depending on the amount of broccoli you cook.
Turn off the stove. Remove the pot from the stove and immediately open the lid. Otherwise the broccoli will continue to cook and become tender quickly.
Enjoy. You can eat broccoli right after steaming, eaten with sauce or added spices or combined with other recipes. advertisement
Method 2 of 5: Processing frozen broccoli
Open the broccoli bag. Just cut or tear off the top of the bag to get the broccoli. The easiest way is to cut the mouth of the bag.
Processing broccoli. Place the amount of broccoli you need in a pot with about 5-8 cm high water. Heat over medium heat until the water starts to boil, then remove the pot from the heat immediately.
- If you microwave it, set the time 1-3 minutes depending on the capacity of the microwave and the amount of broccoli more or less. Broccoli should be cooked so it remains crispy. If the broccoli is still not completely thawed, keep in the oven for 30 seconds each time until the result is satisfactory, then remove it from the oven immediately. Place the broccoli in a microwave dish with a lid and fill in about 1 inch (2.5 cm) high.
Comb the broccoli and enjoy. After combing the broccoli, you can eat it immediately or add seasoning or combine with other recipes. advertisement
Method 3 of 5: Pan-fried broccoli
Let the broccoli drain. It's a good idea to wash the broccoli and let it drain before preparing it - if it's packaged in a supermarket, you probably don't need to rinse it off again.
Separate the broccoli into small branches. Cut the cotton stalks out of the stem. The stem is edible - just cut or remove the leaf, and make sure to wash off any dirt.
Place 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Heat for about 30 seconds to heat up the pan.
Place the broccoli in a pan and sprinkle with salt.
Broccoli Island. This way, the broccoli will be covered with oil.
Add the chopped stalks after 1 minute. Because the stalk will cook faster after being chopped, you can place it in the saucepan later.
Stir the broccoli until it is greener and softer. Then the broccoli can already be eaten.
Enjoy. You can eat broccoli with other sautéed vegetables or eat it right away. advertisement
Method 4 of 5: Bake broccoli
Preheat oven to 200 ° C.
Remember to drain the broccoli. If the broccoli is still wet, it will be soft.
Separate the broccoli into small branches. Cut the cotton stalks out of the stem. The stalk is edible - just cut or remove the leaf and make sure to wash off any dirt. You can cut off the end of the stalk as it is hard and not delicious.
Sprinkle 3 teaspoons of olive oil over the broccoli with half a teaspoon of salt.
Put broccoli on foil. Arrange the broccoli into a layer.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until broccoli is crispy and caramel-like.
Enjoy. Eat broccoli after baking or squeeze a little more lemon juice before eating. advertisement
Method 5 of 5: Blanch broccoli
Separate the broccoli into small branches. Cut the cotton stalks out of the stem. The stalk is edible - just cut or remove the leaf and make sure to wash off any dirt. You can cut off the end of the stalk as it is hard and not delicious.
Place a bowl of ice water right next to the stove.
Boil a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil.
Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the water.
Add broccoli to the water. Continue cooking until they are just crispy, about 1 - 1.5 minutes.
Remove the broccoli from the pot of water.
Then, put the broccoli in ice immediately.
Wait for the water to boil again. Continue to cook the chopped stalk until it is just crispy. This should take about 1 - 1.5 minutes. Boil for about 30 more seconds if you want the base to be softer. Then take it out and put it in ice.
Enjoy. You can enjoy poached broccoli with other vegetables, salads, frittata or with casseroles. advertisement
Advice
- Regardless of whether you cook broccoli fresh or frozen, it's important to remember not to cook for too long. Because no one likes to eat soft broccoli.
