Does it work well for steaming salmon, or just veggies?
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I only use it for vegetables, so really can't say. The bottom of the steamer basket is 6" across, if that helps.
946543
No problems at all. Works wonderful and saves time because of the two containers. You can mix the fruits in one while you are steaming the veggies.
474876
The steamer can handle a 12-16 oz size bag of frozen veggies or 4-5 servings of broccoli, carrots, etc. It's 9.5"x 9.5" x 3.5" deep. The steam insert fits in side so it's slightly smaller than the above measurements. The lid snaps on so it can go into the fridge when I don't want to dirty up another dish. I'm single, but I don't want to cook every night, so this gives me a servings for several meals. So, I think it is the perfect size.
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That depends on a couple of things...how much each member will eat and the type of vegetable you are steaming. Having said that, the steamer will hold an ample amount. We like to steam broccoli, green beans, cauliflower, potatoes, peas and the like. Some obviously take up more room than others. But we always seem to have enough for our meals. Hope this helps. By the way, it's great for eggs. I steam mine rather than boil them. I do a dozen at a time - takes about 17 - 18 minutes depending on how hard you like them.
740738
I purchased the steamer for hot dogs mostly. The book states vegetables also and I would think they would be great also. It's just a little large to just do vegetables for me.
1285084
Probably. I would put veggies on bottom so steam passing upward won't have picked up fishy smells. But the steamer cooks very quickly and to be sure you might want to do them seperately. But I think it would be okay with veggies on bottom. I've done chicken and veggies and didn't have odor problems.
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I have only used my silicon rice cooker once with less than stellar results. However, I think that with a few tries it might work well. The silicon steamers are the ultimate for veggies, potatoes, or an occasional chicken breast. I couldn't live without it, but the jury is still out on the rice cooker. Ann mcD
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We love our Ninja! It steams your food incredibly fast. Nothing else works the same. You don't add oils or butter. We love fish and vegetables steamed with water and fresh lemon juice. Your food sits above the water. It's moist and quickly finished. Clean up is easy too. We have two...one went with my daughter to college.
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Hi, Yes, it doubles as a steamer. It will hold approximately 3 cups of water, below the insert.Great for steaming vegetables. Like the other owner stated it depends on what you want to steam.This is a nice set.
606548
this works great for asparagus.I have also used it for small articokes and for potatos and squash as well as for boiling eggs. great steamer. Marianne S.
1479748
It's not a steamer in the conventional sense. 2 pcs (lid & bowl) made of silicone. Water only used for rice, quinoa, grits & etc where the seed or grain requires water to cook -- mixed as you would in a saucepan. Veggies (broccoli, corn, carrots) require no water. Oil/butter if u like. Comes with cookbook to lead u through. Mastrad has a website that has recipes & techniques, but amazon.com had better prices. We love ours.
1020086
Use it with a microwave safe dish or bowl.Better yet, buy a 100% silicon veggie steamer unit complete with a bowl, strainer basket, and a cover. I bought one for about $12.
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Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar. Cleaning it is extremely easy, unless you burnt something in it of course :) Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar.... » Read More Yes and no depending on what you want to cook. Yes : For anything that won't retain too much water e.g. Potato or when you evaporate all water e.g. rice dishesNo : Veggies, fish etc. These could get soggy (disintegrate) and you will have to strain things out at the end. Buying a separator (<$10 in any Indian store) or steamer basket is a good investment. Remember to remove the 'whistle' and steam for desired amount of time if you plan on using this as a 'steamer' and not a pressure 'cooker'.The quality of the steel (as others have already mentioned) is stellar. Cleaning it is extremely easy, unless you burnt something in it of course :) « Show Less
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I use mine for cooking vegetables, not just warming. As for adding Spices, it works fine. I haven't tried steaming meat and fish yet. I will have to try that. I see no reason it would not work.
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Maybe use more water? I use mine daily. I steam 6 oz of just about any veggie for 3 minutes and they are perfect. Carrots might take a bit more.
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I steam fish and vegetables in this. They turn out very well, just tender and not overcooked. Hope this helps
1020084
Use it with a microwave safe dish or bowl. Better yet, buy a 100% silicon veggie steamer unit complete with a bowl, strainer basket, and a cover. I bought one for about $12.