Fish and Veggie Steamer

Key to successful microwave cooking

Learn how to adjust the level of cooking in your microwave. Cooking on high can often result in overcooking.
Optimize your microwave experience by learning to adjust its power levels of heat. For best results, refer to the
instruction manual that came with your microwave.

Vegetable Steaming Tips Fish Steaming Tips

• It is important that the lid does not seal during or
after cooking.
• It is important to add 1 to 2 Tbls of water on the
bottom.
• Adjust vent on lid to allow steam to release while
cooking and keep air in after cooking.
• Test frequently with a fork to keep your vegetables
from over cooking.
• Allow to stand for 1-3 minutes after cooking. Be
careful of escaping steam.
• Add 1 Tablespoon of water to bottom of steamer.
• Cut fish into serving size pieces and place into
steamer.
• Lightly coat top of fish with butter or oil.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Top with fresh lemon juice or slices.
• Cover fish and microwave on medium for 3 minutes,
check for doneness.
• Continue microwaving for 2 minutes or until fish
flakes easily with a fork.

Asparagus 1 lb 5-8 minutes Other suggestions:

Broccoli 1 lb 6-9 minutes • Top with your favorite bread crumb mixture.
• Sprinkle with thyme or dill for added flavor.
Brussel Sprouts 1 lb 5-8 minutes
Cabbage 1.5 lbs cut in wedges 5-11 minutes
Cleaning
Carrots 1 lb whole 6-9 minutes • Dishwasher safe.
Cauliflower 1 head 7-13 minutes
Corn 2 ears 1-2 minutes
Green Beans 1 lb sliced into 1” pieces 9-14 minutes
Zucchini 3 cut into 1/2” pieces 4-7 minutes