How Long to Steam Broccoli?
Cooking time
- Steamed broccoli
- 5 min
Broccoli florets steam in about 5 minutes until bright green and just tender. How to cut them evenly and avoid grey, overcooked broccoli.
Method
- Cut the broccoli into florets of a similar size so they cook evenly.
- Put them in a steamer basket over boiling water, cover and start the timer.
- They're ready when bright green and just tender to a knife. Season straight away.
Tips
- Don't waste the stalk: peel it, slice it thinly and steam it with the florets.
- Olive grey means overcooked — check a minute early if the florets are small.
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