Cooking broccoli can be done in several ways, including steaming, boiling, roasting, and grilling. Broccoli can be added to many dishes, such as stir-fries, salads, and pasta dishes. Whatever cooking method should you choose, we will give you cooking times and temperatures! Translation in French: brocoli.
Broccoli
How to cook broccoli?
- Preparing broccoli
- Cooking broccoli with a pressure cooker
- Cooking broccoli with a steamer (steamed)
- Cooking broccoli in a pot (in water)
- Cooking frozen broccoli in a pot (in water)
What to pair broccoli with?
Broccoli goes very well with potatoes, beef, chicken roast, pork chops, pork roast, cod and salmon.
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Preparing broccoli
To prepare broccoli: Trim off about 1 inch from the bottom of the stem. Remove leaves if there are still some. Then cut the head into florets. The stalks can be used too! If you wish, cut them into pieces (depending on your recipe). Broccoli stalks can be used to prepare vegetable broths, soup or pesto! Rinse everything off.
Cook broccoli pressure cooker
Cooking broccoli with a pressure cooker. To steam broccoli in a pressure cooker, just do this:
1. Put salted water in the pressure cooker, then place the steamer basket in it.
2. Cook for 4-5 minutes depending on how you prefer your broccoli. Time should be counted from the moment the pressure valve starts spinning/whistling.
Tips: Put crusted bread in the water at the bottom of the pressure cooker to reduce broccoli smells. At the end of cooking, put the pressure cooker under a stream of cold water to preserve the brightness of the green broccoli.
Broccoli cooks quickly: be careful not to overcook them so as not to lose the vitamins.
Cook broccoli steamer
Cooking broccoli with a steamer. Steaming broccoli is a quick and easy way to cook it. Here’s what to do:
1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. Place a steamer basket or colander in the pot, and add the broccoli florets.
3. Cover the pot and steam the broccoli for 3-5 minutes, or until it is tender but still crisp.
4. Remove the broccoli from the pot and place it in a serving bowl.
You can then add butter, any sauce, or incorporate your steamed broccoli in your favorite recipe.
You can test the broccoli for doneness by piercing it with a fork. If the fork easily pierces the broccoli, it is done. If it is still too tough, continue steaming it in 1-minute increments until it is done to your liking.
Cook broccoli in pot
Here’s what you should do to cook broccoli in a pot:
1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the salt and broccoli florets to the pot.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the broccoli for 3-5 minutes, or until it is tender but still crisp. If you want to use your broccoli to make a casserole, reduce cooking time to 3 minutes (as it will continue to cook later)
4. Drain the broccoli and serve immediately, or cool it down and store it in the fridge for later use.
Note: The cooking time may vary depending on the size of the broccoli florets and your desired level of tenderness. You can test the broccoli for doneness by piercing it with a fork or knife. If it easily pierces the floret, it is ready to be removed from the pot.
Cook frozen broccoli in pot
Here’s what you should do to cook frozen broccoli in water:
1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the salt and broccoli florets to the pot.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the broccoli for 5-7 minutes, or until it is tender but still crisp.
4. Drain the broccoli and serve immediately, or cool it down and store it in the fridge for later use.
Note: It is important to not overcook the broccoli, as it can become mushy and lose its texture. You can test the broccoli for doneness by piercing it with a fork or knife. If it easily pierces the floret, it is ready to be removed from the pot.
Broccoli is a type of green vegetable that belongs to the cruciferous family, which also includes cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts. It is a highly nutritious food that is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Broccoli is also a good source of dietary fiber, which can help with digestion and weight management.