Introduction to Steaming | Rouxbe Cooking School Lesson

With summer just around the corner, steaming is one of the best cooking methods you can use to showcase the flavors of fresh and seasonal ingredients. Aside from being a very clean and hassle-free method of cooking, consider steaming to be your new "fast food", as it is very quick to prepare.

Often mistaken for being bland and boring, the technique of steaming is used in many different cultures by cooks who appreciate the delicate textures, true flavors, and versatility it provides. For this simple cooking method, all you need is a pot, a perforated rack, some simmering water and a tight-fitting lid.

In this Rouxbe Cooking School lesson on the Introduction to Steaming, you will learn about what steaming is. You will also learn about the advantages of steaming and the various tools available to perform this often overlooked, but important, cooking technique. In subsequent lessons, we will teach you the basics of steaming so you can start cooking some of these delicious dishes!

Happy Cooking!

The Rouxbe Cooking School Team.

p.s. This lesson was one of the most exciting ones to film. Aside from the food being beautiful, everyone on set was amazed at how delicious steamed food could be. Stay tuned for more steaming lessons!  

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