WashHow to Wash Broccoli
Wash the broccoli by pouring water from the back. If you want to wash them well, soak heads, florets or stems in water quickly.
Drain off the water after washing.
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- The wax on the broccoli's surface is called bloom and it makes the broccoli water proof! It is a natural substance produced by broccoli and is harmless. It disappears as time passes after harvesting. Bloom is a sign of freshness!
- The nutrients (vitamin C) dissolves easily into the water from the cut ends. The key to keep the nutrition in is to not wash the broccoli too much.
CutEasy! How to cut broccoli
Cut between the stem and head.
Cut by removing the florets one by one.
You can also cut the florets into smaller pieces at the stem and break them up by hand.
CutStem is Tasty too! How to cut the Broccoli stems.
Make a slit from the side of the stem to the stem ring to remove the hard outer layer.
Peel the skin along the line of the ring.
Cut into your preferred size.
StoreGreat storability! How to store Broccoli
Keep it refrigerated to keep it fresh longer. It is also recommended to store broccolis at a lower temperature compared to other vegetables.
You can store them in Tupperware or Ziplocs for convenience.
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Advanced storage method
Stand the broccoli up in a glass of water and store it in the refrigerator, it'll keep it fresh for an even longer period of time! Give it a try!
CookEasy to cook with a frying pan! Steamed and boiled broccoli
Put a small amount of water in a frying pan just enough to cover the bottom and bring to a boil.
Put the cut broccolis into the pan and cover with a lid. Steam for 3 to 5 minutes.
Steam for 3 minutes and remove lid after: For those who want to enjoy a crispy texture.
Steam for 5 minutes and remove lid after: For a softer texture.
Steam for 5 minutes and keep the lid on for another 5 minutes: For an even softer texture to be used for baby food
Put a small amount of water in a frying pan just enough to cover the bottom and bring to a boil.
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Put the cut broccolis into the pan and cover with a lid. Steam for 3 to 5 minutes and remove lid after.
- Crispy texture: Steam for 3 minutes
- Softer texture: Steam for 5 minutes
- Baby food: Steam for 5 minutes and keep the lid on for another 5 minutes
Open the lid and turn off the heat. Notice that the color has changed vividly!
Drain off the water.
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- If you steam with lesser water, you can keep more of the nutrition (vitamin C) as nutrition is easily dissolved in water.
- Broccoli is also an attractive baby food! Broccoli is rich in nutrition and can be eaten from the early stage of weaning.
- It can also be used in salads, as a garnish for main dishes, or dipped in your favorite sauces. You can arrange it however you like!
If not used immediately, you can store them in the refrigerator. Allow the cooked broccolis to cool completely before storing.