When steaming fresh vegetables on the stove top, how exactly do you use and how long do you steam them?
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Place cut up vegetables in steamer basket and place over a saucepan of boiling water. Cover tightly and let vegetables cook until fork tender. The time this will take depends on the size of the vegetable pieces and how many vegetables are in the steamer. Usually takes no longer than 10 minutes for average amount. When finished, drain and serve with a flavored vinegar or your favorite dressing.
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Anything you need to steam like veggies and potatoes (takes 8-10 minutes depending on how many taters). You have to break off the handles, which is not hard to do and it fits perfectly in the 6 quart pot.
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Put cup water in bottom of pot wash veggies put in steamer put on med. high heat cover should not take longer than 10 minutes after the water starts to boil.
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I have a glass-top stove, it came with the house, I did not choose it. Considerations include, lifting the steamer, not dragging it, realizing that when it hits the appropriate pressure and you turn the heat down, it takes a little time for the the burner temp to adjust. At the end, I lift the pot and move it from the hot burner. Also, I am gentle sitting it on the stove. I use mine all the time to cook beans, so just leaving it on the hot burner can continue the cooking rather than begin the cooling process.
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It's a Steam Canner, if you use it with can, yes you can steam can your vegetables. It's super easy Steam Canner.
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For some recipes you'll want to quickly cool the pot to prevent over-cooking the dish. Waiting for the steam to release via the valve can add several minutes of pressure cooking you may not want. Typically you then finish the dish by cooking a few minutes longer with the top off the pot so you know exactly when it's done (e.g., rice or risotto is the right consistency).
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I've only cooked pasta in this pot. You can cook them together, but you will have to see if the vegetable texture is what you like. Steaming vegetables is different than cooking them. They are crisper if you steam them.
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I've used the pan for years to easily peel my peaches and tomatoes. I've never used it to steam any vegetables. There is some space for water before the inside pan touches the water.
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It does say in the manual (last page I think) that you have to purchase a separate steamer bowl to steal veggies.Page 12 "1. To steam veggies or fish, place 2 to 4 cups of water in VitaClay, then place veggies inside a steam tray or bowl; press "Slow cooking" key, followed by pressing "minute" key for 30 minutes, continue pressing "Hour" key until "0" hour, press "Start/Cancel" key to start steam. "
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It does not take much time. About 20 to 30 min for steam veggie. Same reason. To stops the microwave.
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You need to prepare to steam or cook the vegetables. Then put them on top of the rice after adding water in the cooker.
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hi Ryan. I do.. depends on the veggies, though. potato chunks, broccoli, carrots take longer to steam so if the meat is not frozen and cut into bite size chunks, 5 or 6 minutes works for me (using full power, 1000W microwave).
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you place the steamer in any pot that it will fit inside, put a small amount of water in the pot and then place the lid to the pot on top. If you don't have a lid, try an ovenproof plate
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I have one of these steamers and it is awesome. I do not have a manual but I would think you can find one online doing a google search? It is a relatively simple steamer though so I am not really sure you would need one. I steam all kinds of vegetables in mine and the time varies depending on the vegetable and the amount in the steamer as well as the microwave power. I would recommend experimenting with the amount of time needed for various items and then record or make a mental note for future reference. I can tell you that a pound of Asparagus takes 8 min. in an 1100 watt microwave. I microwave a large stalk of Broccoli for 12 minutes and let it stand in the steam another 15 minutes before serving and it is perfect. Baby Carrots take about 9 minutes , peas and sugar snap peas take about 8 or 9 minutes. Letting what ever you steam stand about 15 minutes to complete the cooking process is important. Good Luck and hope this helps.
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That depends on a couple of things...how much each member will eat and the type of vegetable you are steaming. Having said that, the steamer will hold an ample amount. We like to steam broccoli, green beans, cauliflower, potatoes, peas and the like. Some obviously take up more room than others. But we always seem to have enough for our meals. Hope this helps. By the way, it's great for eggs. I steam mine rather than boil them. I do a dozen at a time - takes about 17 - 18 minutes depending on how hard you like them.
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I use mine for cooking vegetables, not just warming. As for adding Spices, it works fine. I haven't tried steaming meat and fish yet. I will have to try that. I see no reason it would not work.
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I put everything together. The only thing you have to make sure of is the time needed to steam each veggie. You might want to steam some separately and then put everything together. Enjoy !