Bamboo Steamer 8"

Description

A bamboo steamer is essential for making steamed Chinese dumplings, Mexican filled tamales, or for simply steaming vegetables to help retain their crunch and texture. You can also wrap rice in a lotus leaf and steam to infuse it with a subtle tea-like flavour.

Simply lay your food inside the steamer and replace the lid, then stand the bamboo steamer in an inch of water in a saucepan or deep skillet pan. Heat the pan of water (and steamer) on the hob and follow your recipe for the steaming time.

This steamer has 2 tiers.

Read how to make steamed Mexican tamales here, or see the recipe for steamed rice in lotus leaves here.

Recipes & Articles

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    • Intermediate

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    Steamed Glutinous Rice In A Lotus Leaf Recipe

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    Fuchsia Dunlop's Cool Steamed Aubergine With Dressing

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