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Brilio.net - Potatoes are one of the most popular and frequently consumed vegetables, either as a main dish, snack, or mixed in various dishes. Its neutral taste and easily adjusted texture make it a versatile ingredient. From French fries to mashed potatoes, potatoes can be processed in various ways, but steamed potatoes remain a favorite choice because of its fast process and soft results.
The method of steaming potatoes offers advantages in terms of texture, as steamed potatoes tend to be softer and less oily than French fries. In addition, steaming potatoes is also healthier because it does not use additional oil, so the nutrients in the potatoes are maintained. However, to get perfect results, the steaming process requires special tools, such as a steamer or a strainer, which allows the steam to heat evenly and ensure the potatoes are cooked properly.
Using tools such as a steamer or strainer is very important so that the potatoes can cook evenly without being submerged in water, so that the results remain soft but not too wet. But if you don't have a steamer or strainer, don't worry, there are other tools that can be used. An Instagram user @ayuyuliana61 once explained it further through one of the videos uploaded.
Instead of using a steamer, she chose to rely on skewers. As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @ayuyuliana61 on Wednesday (12/2), these skewers are used as a substitute for a strainer on a steamer. Well, you can use these skewers when you want to steam potatoes using a regular pan.
Easy way to steam potatoes
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For a clearer steaming process, boil water in a pan until it boils. While waiting for the water to boil, wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water. In the video, Instagram user @ayuyuliana61 is about to steam the potatoes with their skins. But you can also peel them first if you like.
Easy way to steam potatoes
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Then, if it has been washed clean, then pierce the bottom of the potatoes using a skewer. Make sure the size of the skewer is long enough so that the potatoes are not exposed directly to the water in the pan later. If so, place the potatoes on top of a pan of boiling water. Then cook until the potatoes are done.
Easy way to steam potatoes
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In fact, steaming potatoes in this way is quite effective in speeding up the cooking process. The skewers on the potatoes serve to increase the circulation of hot steam inside the potatoes, so that the heat can penetrate more quickly into the potato flesh and make it cook more evenly. In addition, these skewers also help reduce the formation of water vapor in the potatoes, which can cause the potato texture to become too soft.
This process works by using the steam from the boiling water below the potatoes. The steam rises through the skewers and hits the surface of the potatoes, speeding up the cooking process without the potatoes being submerged in water. This technique allows the potatoes to cook faster than the traditional steaming method, which takes longer to cook evenly.
In addition to speeding up the cooking time, this method also helps the potatoes maintain their shape and texture. Because the potatoes are not submerged in water, the nutritional content, especially vitamins and minerals, is maintained. The faster cooking process also helps maintain the natural flavor of the potatoes, making them more delicious when eaten. By using skewers, you can enjoy soft, evenly cooked, and delicious steamed potatoes in less time.
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