How long to steam baby carrots in electric steamer?

Steaming baby carrots for 10 minutes is enough to make them tender and slightly sweet. The longer you steam them, the more caramelized they will become. However, if you like your carrots crunchy, then let them steam for only about 5 minutes. The length of time will vary depending on whether you use fresh or frozen carrots. On average, a pound of fresh carrots will take about 20 minutes to become tender.

How long to steam baby carrots in a pressure cooker?

The pressure cooker method of steaming carrots can take about 6-15 minutes depending on the type of carrots and the amount of water. So, if baby carrots are cut into short pieces, they will take less time to cook. Don’t fill the pressure cooker more than half-full with water. Use about 1.5 cups of water for every 1 pound of carrots. Don’t add salt to the water unless you want a salty taste.

How to steam baby carrots in instant pot?

Starting your carrots in the instant pot with a little water ensures a flavorful cook. Add a few carrots and enough water to just cover them. Add the steaming rack and place the lid on the pot. Set the pressure level to HIGH for 5 minutes. Let the carrots steam for another 7 minutes. It usually takes about 12 minutes for all the carrots to be tender.

How to steam baby carrots in a slow cooker?

Slow cooker is another method to steam baby carrots. Add carrots to a slow cooker, cover it with water and add a little salt. Set it on the slow cooker and cook on high for one hour. Set the slow cooker to low-heat and continue to cook for another 30 minutes. Now turn off the slow cooker. Add carrot slices to the slow cooker to keep them warm. The carrots are ready to eat, in about one hour.

How long to steam baby carrots in a rice cooker?

If you want to steam carrots in a rice cooker, just add them into the steaming compartment when the rice is almost finished cooking. Set the rice cooker to the “Keep Warm” setting and let the carrots steam for about 10 minutes. If you want carrots with a little crunch, add the carrots after the rice has been steamed for about 3-5 minutes.