How to Steam Carrots in a Rice Cooker
Wash them., Cut off the bottom point and top., Peel the food., Slice the carrots., Add the water., Add the carrot slices., Steam the carrots., Turn the rice cooker off and unplug it., Drain the carrots and use running cold water on them., Use it...
Step-by-Step Guide
-
Step 1: Wash them.
Under running water, rinse them to ensure any dirt particles are off. -
Step 2: Cut off the bottom point and top.
Cutting these now makes it easier to peel. , Use a vegetable peeler to completely peel any outer skin off. , Cut them into pieces or sticks so that they can fit the rice cooker appropriately. , Read your rice cooker's manual on the amount of water to add, as some state 1/2 cup while others state 1 cup.
Insert the steam rack as well. , You will want to stack them on the steam rack, about 2/3 full.
Be sure that nothing is underneath it, or else they might get boiled.
You can always add the bigger/thicker pieces on the bottom and smaller/thinner pieces at the top. , Refer to your manual for the appropriate cooking times; the average time amount is 12 to 15 minutes.
Place the lid on, turn the rice cooker on, and manually time it.
Set the timer on at the same time you push the rice cooker on. , Leaving the appliance on a "warm" setting will still continue to cook the food. , This stops all of the cooking process. , Have them as a steamed side dish, in a salad, or by themselves. , The freezing process prolongs the life of food.
The quality of carrots are retained for 9 months when frozen.
Spread the carrots out on a baking sheet, so that they don't touch each other.
Flash freeze them for about an hour or two.
Add them to an airtight container or resealable freezer bag with the date of when you steamed them. -
Step 3: Peel the food.
-
Step 4: Slice the carrots.
-
Step 5: Add the water.
-
Step 6: Add the carrot slices.
-
Step 7: Steam the carrots.
-
Step 8: Turn the rice cooker off and unplug it.
-
Step 9: Drain the carrots and use running cold water on them.
-
Step 10: Use it immediately.
-
Step 11: Freeze the carrots.
Detailed Guide
Under running water, rinse them to ensure any dirt particles are off.
Cutting these now makes it easier to peel. , Use a vegetable peeler to completely peel any outer skin off. , Cut them into pieces or sticks so that they can fit the rice cooker appropriately. , Read your rice cooker's manual on the amount of water to add, as some state 1/2 cup while others state 1 cup.
Insert the steam rack as well. , You will want to stack them on the steam rack, about 2/3 full.
Be sure that nothing is underneath it, or else they might get boiled.
You can always add the bigger/thicker pieces on the bottom and smaller/thinner pieces at the top. , Refer to your manual for the appropriate cooking times; the average time amount is 12 to 15 minutes.
Place the lid on, turn the rice cooker on, and manually time it.
Set the timer on at the same time you push the rice cooker on. , Leaving the appliance on a "warm" setting will still continue to cook the food. , This stops all of the cooking process. , Have them as a steamed side dish, in a salad, or by themselves. , The freezing process prolongs the life of food.
The quality of carrots are retained for 9 months when frozen.
Spread the carrots out on a baking sheet, so that they don't touch each other.
Flash freeze them for about an hour or two.
Add them to an airtight container or resealable freezer bag with the date of when you steamed them.
About the Author
Rachel Griffin
Professional writer focused on creating easy-to-follow home improvement tutorials.
Rate This Guide
How helpful was this guide? Click to rate: