How to cook frozen broccoli in instant pot without steamer basket?

We recommend using a metal steamer basket when cooking frozen broccoli in instant pot because it helps retain the moisture. However, if you don’t have a steamer basket, you can also cook frozen broccoli in instant pot without one. First, place the frozen broccoli in a metal bowl. Add enough water to the bowl to cover the broccoli. Then, place the bowl in the instant pot and add the broccoli florets. You can also add the chopped broccoli stalks if you like.

How to cook frozen broccoli in instant pot without water?

If you use the method of steaming the frozen broccoli in the water, the result is usually not very appetizing. The taste of the frozen broccoli will be rather unpleasant. That is because the steaming process also extracts the bitterness from the broccoli. This method of cooking frozen broccoli in instant pot works only if you are using a big pot. Otherwise, you will have to put the frozen broccoli in a bowl and pour water over it. After that, let the broccoli thaw in the water.

How to cook frozen broccoli in instant pot without steamer insert

Use a metal trivet to place the frozen broccoli in the inner pot. You can also use a flat cake pan or even a glass jar. Place the trivet over the frozen broccoli and add 1 to 2 cups of water. Then, seal the instant pot and wait for the pressure to build up. After 20 mins, quick-release the pressure. The broccoli will be tender. You can also use a microwave if you don’t have an instant pot.

How to cook frozen broccoli instant pot steam basket?

Since you will be using the trivet, you won’t be able to use the metal basket that comes with the instant pot. So, you can either use a metal colander or a glass jar. If you use a jar, make sure you leave plenty of space for the water, or else the jar might crack.

How to cook frozen broccoli in instant pot lid?

If you don’t have a steamer basket, you can use an instant pot’s lid to place the frozen broccoli florets. Add all the other ingredients except the frozen broccoli florets and you’re ready to cook. The lid acts as a water bath, boiling the water inside the pot and cooking the veggies from all sides.