Steamed broccoli

This is probably our favourite vegetable and steaming it is such an easy way to cook it. Allow 3 to 4 minutes for crunchy, about 5 minutes to leave it slightly tender but still with a little bite.

Steamed broccoli

Servings:	Serves 2
Calories per serving:	25
Ready in:	12 minutes
Prep. time:	5 minutes
Cook time:	7 minutes
Difficulty:
Recipe author:	Chef
First published:	21st January 2013

Best recipe review How Green? 5/5 If you like your broccoli green, then this is for you! The Judge

Cut a cross in the stems to ensure everything cooks evenly

Ingredients

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• 1 small head of broccoli
• Ensure the broccoli is cut into evenly sized florets

Method

1. Ensure the florets are all the same size.
2. Make a small cross cut down the base of any thick stems to ensure that they cook evenly.
3. Place the broccoli in a steamer or a colander set over a pan of boiling water, cover and steam for 7 minutes.
4. Serve immediately.

Serving suggestions

Broccoli is nice served with a dab of butter and some black pepper.

Variations

Mix 50/50 with cauliflower or carrots - cut into similar-sized pieces to ensure they are evenly.

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