The Best Way to steam carrots
Hey there! Steaming carrots is super easy and keeps all the good nutrients inside. Here's how to do it:
- Wash and peel your carrots
- Cut them into same-sized pieces (about ½ inch thick)
- Put about 2 inches of water in a pot
- Place a steamer basket in the pot (make sure water doesn't touch the bottom of the basket)
- Bring water to a boil
- Put carrots in the basket
- Cover with a lid
- Steam for 4-5 minutes until you can easily stick a fork through them
That's it! Your carrots should be perfectly tender but still a bit crispy. 😊
Pro Tips:
- Don't overcrowd the steamer basket
- Keep pieces the same size so they cook evenly
- 5 minutes is usually perfect - but test with a fork!
Sources:
Food Network
The Kitchn