How to Steam Broccoli (Steamed Broccoli)

Steamed broccoli in a blue and white bowl with a lemon wedge, surrounded by red pepper flakes and a blue and white dish towel

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How to Steam Broccoli (Steamed Broccoli)

I’ll show you how to steam broccoli that’s perfectly tender-crisp every time – no steamer required! It’s a 5-minute nutritious side dish to serve with your favorite weeknight dinner.

Cook Time5

Total Time5

Course: Side Dish, tips & tricks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: Grace Vallo

Ingredients

1 pound similar-sized medium broccoli florets
Water to steam
Toppings of choice (optional) lemon juice, butter, olive oil, seasonings, etc.

Instructions

In a medium pot, add 1 inch of water. Add in broccoli florets.
Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat. Then cover and let steam (maintaining that low boil), for 4-6 minutes. Gently toss halfway through. Broccoli is done when it’s tender when pierced with a fork but not mushy.
Use a colander or slotted spoon to drain steamed broccoli. Enjoy with toppings of choice!

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Notes

This recipe works for more or less broccoli! Use a smaller or larger pot for less or more florets than a pound.
Make sure the florets are all about the same size for even cooking.
To cut broccoli florets (if you don’t buy them pre-cut), rinse, pat dry, and then slice off the large stem. Cut through the base of each floret where it connects to the stem, breaking them into even, bite-sized pieces.

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