How to steam broccoli for the best taste

How many people do you know in your circle who eat broccoli regularly? For most people in Uganda, broccoli is never on the list when they go grocery shopping. Broccoli has long been one of the more reviled vegetables. Yet is it one one of the most nuticious and delicious vegetables out there.

Steamed Broccoli Pulse

When you think of foods high in vitamin C, you probably think of oranges and bananas. But though both are indeed high in vitamin C, they don't hold a candle to the amount found in broccoli. A single serving of broccoli contains a remarkable 220 percent of the recommended daily value!

Broccoli is a nutrient-rich vegetable that may enhance your health in a variety of ways, such as by reducing inflammation, improving blood sugar control, boosting immunity and promoting heart health. If you're looking for a whole food that naturally helps eliminate unwanted contaminants from your body, broccoli is the food for you.

Broccoli for breakfast Pulse

Broccoli belongs to a genus of plants known as brassica, a category that also includes kale, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage.

Steamed broccoli is the best cure for over-indulgence. It's cleansing, healthful, high in vitamin C, protein (45% of the calories in broccoli are from protein), and fiber.

Here how to steam broccoli so that it comes out perfectly every time

1 Prep the broccoli crowns and stems

Cut the crowns away from the large stems of the broccoli. Break the crown up into bite-sized florets. Rinse the broccoli florets thoroughly. Peel and discard the thick outer skin of the stems. Slice the stems or cut them into quarters lengthwise.

2 Pre-boil water

Don't place the broccoli in cold water for boiling but rather, first pre-boil water separately and pour the boiling water in a pan containing the broccoli. Leave it on the fire for about 10 minutes. Add some salt so it can soak in the broccoli. The broccoli is done when you can pierce it with a fork.