I got a steamer last week to try another cooking technique. I went with a traditional bamboo steamer, since I have heard they impart a nice flavor to the food. I tried it out for the first time today. I was surprised how fast the steamer worked.
I used the steamer to make the entire meal:
1) I put some potatoes in the boiling water (the steam source). The metal ring is specially made to use the steamer with a regular pot (instead of a wok).
2) In the top level of the steamer, I put the broccoli.
3) In the bottom level of the steamer, I put a piece of salmon with a glaze, wrapped in foil.
I let the potatoes boil for about 5 minutes before putting the steamer on the pot. After 15 minutes, everything was cooked and dinner was ready. It was great that the whole meal was ready so quickly. Plus, steaming is a very healthy way to cook.
Here is the steamer in action. The steam from the boiling water is circulating through the levels of the steamer, cooking all the food at once.
Overall, I would say the steamer is a great addition to our kitchen. Next time, I think I will try chicken and maybe carrots.
Overall, I would say the steamer is a great addition to our kitchen. Next time, I think I will try chicken and maybe carrots.
2 comments:
I am so impressed with all your Asian cooking! I like my meals to be quick and easy, so I can see this coming in really handy... plus I haven't quite managed to do a good job of cooking fish yet, but this might do the trick.
Looks yummy.
Dad H
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