How to cook broccoli

5 from 6 votes

Here are my foul-proof ways how to cook broccoli. I'll teach you how to cook and steam broccoli with this step-by-step guide.

Prep Time5

Cook Time6

Total Time6

Course: Vegetables

Cuisine: World

Keyword: how long to cook broccoli, How to cook broccoli, how to steam broccoli

Servings: cups

Calories: 30kcal

Author: Maayke

Fill a large pan with water and a pinch of salt, and bring the water to a boil.
Cut the broccoli into florets and wash them in a colander. You can also eat the stalk! Cut it into small pieces and cook with them or incorporate them into a soup.
Add the florets to the boiling water and cook the broccoli for about 4 minutes until al dente. For softer broccoli, cook the florets 1-2 minutes longer. You can prick the broccoli with a fork to feel if they are cooked yet.
Drain and serve immediately.

Cut the broccoli into florets and put a layer of water in a pan.
Put the florets in a steamer basket and place it in the pan.
Bring the water to a boil and allow it to steam for 5-6 until the broccoli is tender. Make sure there is always a layer of water in the pan.
Remove the florets from the steamer basket and serve immediately.