A Bamboo steamer is a great kitchen gadget to have for steaming vegetables and other dishes. While many people may steam their vegetables on the stovetop, often times this can result in over cooking, which can cause you to lose a lot of flavor and of course the more vegetables are cooked, the nutritional value also goes down as well.
Today we decided to look at a couple of the different bamboo steamers out there to help you choose the right one.
Joyce Chen 3 Piece Bamboo Steamer
For a reasonably sized, reasonably priced bamboo steamer, look no further than the Joyce Chen 3-Piece 12-Inch Bamboo Steamer. It is of the highest quality and will cover your steaming needs. It is 12-inches across and about seven inches high. It can be used over a wok or saucepan. It’s tiered design allows for multiple foods to be cooked separately in the same steamer. It is 100% natural bamboo, with an extra thick lid to ensure that no steam escapes the steaming chambers.
Progressive International Bamboo Steamer Baskets
If you are in need of a more compact steamer, you might find the Progressive International 6.75 Inch Bamboo Steamer Baskets to be more to your liking. The unit is less than seven inches in diameter and will fit over a smaller wok or saucepan. This makes it much less of a hassle to use than the larger steamers, requiring less space both while stored and while being used on the stove! The Progressive International set also has two chambers to keep things separated and ensures that both the nutrients and flavors will be more natural than other methods of cooking.
Prime Pecific Trading Bamboo 20 Piece Steamer Set
In the event that you are looking for a complete bamboo cooking kit, the Prime Pacific Trading Bamboo 20 Piece Wooden Steamer Set is probably your best bet. This kit includes two different bamboo steamers of varying size, which gives you the ability to use a size that is efficient for cooking however much you need! Both sets have different compartments and will be perfect for cooking a variety of foods. This set goes one step further and includes utensils, re usable bamboo chopsticks and a bamboo cutting board. This is a great way to both get a steamer and make your kitchen be full of environmentally friendly, renewable utensils that are sure to make you feel better about cooking!
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