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Steam
Steaming times for vegetables and seafood — healthy and fast
15 ingredients
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Mussels
White wine, garlic, shallots. Done when shells open.
3–5 min
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Lobster
More gentle than boiling. Slightly more tender.
10–14 min (1.25 lb)
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Crab
Best for pre-cooked legs. Doesn't waterlog.
5–7 min (pre-cooked)
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Broccoli
Bright green and tender-crisp.
4–6 min
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Asparagus
Tender-crisp.
3–5 min
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Cauliflower
For mashing or purée.
5–8 min
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Green Beans
Tender-crisp.
4–6 min
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Carrots
Fork-tender.
6–10 min
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Spinach
Squeeze out water after.
1–2 min
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Beets
Retains more nutrients than boiling.
25–35 min (whole)
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Kale
Quick and nutrient-rich.
3–5 min
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Artichoke
Leaf pulls off easily when done.
25–35 min
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Butternut Squash
For soup or purée.
8–12 min (cubed)
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Bok Choy
Baby bok choy whole. Tender-crisp.
3–5 min
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Snap Peas
Bright green and snappy.
2–3 min