Read more Hcooker Steamers originated in Huangjia Village of China, which is more than 1,000 meters above sea level. Where the mountains are continuous and the climate is humid. It is especially suitable for the growth of Cryptomeria fortunei and moso bamboo. Abundant resources provide unique and natural raw materials for Hcooker Steamers. Hcooker Asian Kitchen Bamboo Steamers Steaming is an important and widely used cooking technique in the Asian kitchen. Dumplings, breads, cakes, and other desserts are steamed. There are also wonderful soups and meat dishes and superb fish and seafood specialties that are cooked to perfection in the gentle, moist heat of a steamer. Steaming is also a perfect way to refresh stale bread and reheat leftovers. Steaming has gained popularity in the Western kitchen for its convenience, simplicity, health benefits and energy savings. Steaming envelopes foods in a hot, moist environment so it won’t dry out. Unlike boiling, natural juices, minerals and vitamins as well as color in foods are retained and not drained out in the sink. Steaming is also a very low fat way to cook because you need very little or no oils. Food should not be placed directly in the bamboo steamer without a plate or parchment liner and allow at least 1- inch space between the sides of the plate and the sides of the steamer. Read more How Steamers Work A bamboo steamer is designed to sit over another pot containing boiling water. As the water boils, the steam enters the steamer through the open slats in the bottom and is contained in the steamer by the lid. The bamboo steamer absorbs any condensation, keeping water from dripping back onto the food. When heated, it forms a hot container and, with the cover in place, can keep food warm for up to half an hour. The bamboo steamer is also an attractive serving piece and may be brought right to the table. Foods that are steamed require little or no added oils or fats, and they retain vitamins and minerals and cook quickly and evenly. Tips for Steaming When steaming dry foods such as breads and dim sum, line the bottom of the steamer tier with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. 9.5" parchment rounds do the job easily. However, for foods that are seasoned such as seafood, meats and tofu, steam them in a heat-proof shallow dish (such as a Pyrex pie plate) to catch the flavorful and nutritious juices. The dish should be about 1 inch smaller than the diameter of the steamer and the food should not touch the inside of the lid to allow steam to circulate freely around the food for even cooking. The added benefit of using a dish is that the bamboo steamer stays clean. Use specially designed Plate Retriever Tongs for added safety. Cleaning and Maintenance Before use: wash with water and then dry it in the vents. About the smell: natural cedar has the original fragrance of the wood, if you mind, you can put the tea in the cage and steam for a few minutes to reduce the smell. Cleaning and Maintenance After use: the grease must be cleaned. The food residue must be cleaned during cleaning, otherwise it will easily lead to mold. Not often used or not used for a long time, boiled with boiling water for a while and then dried in the vent. Read more Hcooker Kitchen Bamboo Steamer for Asian Cooking Hcooker Kitchen Bamboo Steamer with Stainless Steel Banding Hcooker Kitchen Bamboo Steamer with Stainless Steel Banding Hcooker Kitchen Wood Steamer for Asian Cooking Hcooker Kitchen Wood Steamer with Stainless Steel Banding Model ZZL 2ZZL 3ZZL MZL 3MZL Type Bamboo Steamer Bamboo Steamer Bamboo Steamer Wood Steamer Wood Steamer Size 4 - 12 inch or 10 - 30.5 cm 7 - 12 inch or 18 - 31 cm 7 - 12 inch or 18 - 30 cm 7 - 12 inch or 18 - 30 cm 6 - 12 inch or 15 - 30 cm Tiers 1 - 3 Tiers 1 - 3 Tiers 1 - 3 Tiers 1 - 3 Tiers 1 - 3 Tiers Material Moso Bamboo Moso Bamboo Moso Bamboo Cryptomeria Fortunei Spruce Wood Gift Liners One Piece Per Tier One Piece Per Tier One Piece Per Tier One Piece Per Tier One Piece Per Tier Stainless Steel Edge ✓ ✓ Only Deepen Available ✓ Steam Food Buns, meats, vegetables, rice and fish or reheating foods, like dim sum Buns, meats, vegetables, rice and fish or reheating foods, like dim sum Buns, meats, vegetables, rice and fish or reheating foods, like dim sum Buns, meats, vegetables, rice and fish or reheating foods, like dim sum Buns, meats, vegetables, rice and fish or reheating foods, like dim sum