Can you get a steamer tray for this to cook vegetables?
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It doesnt come with one and I didnt see a steamer tray as an option. You can probably take a small stainless steel steamer that folds closed or opens (like a lotus flower) and use that.
965161
You probably can, but you actually won't be steaming the rice as the water and rice needs to boil together first. Use just the base and lid, but unless you're cooking a lot of rice, the base might be too wide (unless you have the personal size steamer set). I use a rice cooker (so easy) and they come in different sizes.
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I've only cooked pasta in this pot. You can cook them together, but you will have to see if the vegetable texture is what you like. Steaming vegetables is different than cooking them. They are crisper if you steam them.
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Sorry it took so long to respond...been busy with xmas. Anyway it is very easy to steam vegetables in this steamer. You put about 1 inch of water in the bottom pan. Say you are cooking broccoli, cut the broccoli into sizes that you want to eat. Then put the veggies in the top portion, cover then you cook the stuff on a high heat until it steams. Depending on how firm you like your veggies is how long you cook it for. I would only boil the water for a few minutes then turn off the heat. The veggies will keep cooking until you take the broccoli out off the steamer. Just check them and serve them when it reaches the point that you like the firmness. Other vegetables will take different times like carrots will take longer. I love steamed veggies cooked this way. Just experiment with it if you buy one. It is a great buy and the best way to cook vegetables. Good luck, Ted Terrebonne
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Depending on where you buy the P&M;, it comes with an slotted "tray" that fits in the bottom and holds the food up above the water or in this case the drippings. You can probably go online and get that insert which will allow you to make baked potatoes, steamed vegies, etc.
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I have the medium steamer. I think it holds about 3 cups of frozen vegetables. That's all I've cooked in it yet.
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Yes you can do as described but it isn't really steaming but rather boiling the veggies. The legs on this unit are nubs and not long enough to lift veggies put of water. A steam basket would be more appropriate. There is one made of stainless with 1" legs built to open (blossom like a flower) to fit the vessel being used to cook with. BTW it doesn't take a few inches to steam veggies for most families. The less water used the faster the water will create steam. I popped over and looked. Do an Amazon search for steam basket and you will see several better suited for steaming. As for this cast iron trivet, I own several and use them for braising meats on the stove top. Yes you can do as described but it isn't really steaming but rather boiling the veggies. The legs on this unit are nubs and not long enough to lift veggies put of water. A steam basket would be more appropriate. There is one made of stainless with 1" legs built to open (blossom like a flower) to fit the vessel being used to cook with. BTW it doesn't take a few inches to steam veggies for most families. The less water used the faster the water will create steam. I popped over and looked. Do an Amazon search for steam basket and you will see several better suited for steaming. As for... » Read More Yes you can do as described but it isn't really steaming but rather boiling the veggies. The legs on this unit are nubs and not long enough to lift veggies put of water. A steam basket would be more appropriate. There is one made of stainless with 1" legs built to open (blossom like a flower) to fit the vessel being used to cook with. BTW it doesn't take a few inches to steam veggies for most families. The less water used the faster the water will create steam. I popped over and looked. Do an Amazon search for steam basket and you will see several better suited for steaming. As for this cast iron trivet, I own several and use them for braising meats on the stove top. « Show Less
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No, the top doesn't have its own controls. I don't think you could steam rice on it. Maybe broccoli, squash or green beans, something like that. The tray isn't very deep. I have only used it once.
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Yes I frequently mix fresh/canned veggies with my rice. I've never tried steaming though.
1995454
Yes, the BRC600XL Risotto Plus™ does come with a stainless steel steamer tray.
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Absolutely. That is actually the intended use. The steamer insert is for vegetables or fish you might want to steam while cooking rice or another grain below.
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It works great as a steamer for veggies. In fact it works great for just about everything we have used it for. The recipes in the enclosed recipe booklet are spot-on delicious. We use it a lot.
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I've used the pan for years to easily peel my peaches and tomatoes. I've never used it to steam any vegetables. There is some space for water before the inside pan touches the water.
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Yes, but probably best if it's a simmer method. You'd do this without the wood/ceramic steamer unit -- just use the pot and lid.
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I have steamed broccoli green beans carrots and many more items in the Mastrad steamer. A little more but well worth it
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No I don't think so. But you can buy a steamer rack at most markets - adjustable types.
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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.