I’ve been trying to get more veggies, for a multitude of reasons, but no matter how I cook broccoli, it stinks up the whole house. Steamed, baked, pan fried. If it were just me I’d probably deal with it, but my partner has a sensitive nose. Any ideas? I don’t love it raw, but it’s still pretty good.

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    2 months ago

    I’ve never noticed a bad smell, but instant pot for 1 minute high pressure is quickest way to cook.

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      2 months ago

      Oooo I like this. How much water? Okay for it to sit in the water, or does it have to be up?

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        2 months ago

        Generally put 1 cup of water into the instant pot to let it make some steam pressure. I usuall put the broccoli on the little wire platform but putting it the water should be fine. Older models let you set the timer to 0 minutes which is fine too. Unless the stems are pretty thick, by the time the pot comes up to full pressure it’s ok to stop. Also, use the steam release button to let the steam out as soon as it’s time, so the broccoli doesn’t overcook.

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    2 months ago

    Where do you live that broccoli smells like anything unappetizing? This is absolutely insane. Maybe wash your vegetables before cooking them?

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        2 months ago

        KY US

        there’s your problem.

        But in all seriousness—broccoli shouldn’t be stinking up your house. I call shenanigans.

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          2 months ago

          I mean the rest of the thread corroborates 🤷 not sure what else to say.

          First result in google:

          The sulforaphane compound in some cruciferous vegetable molecules. The sulfur odor indicates a vegetable possesses excellent health properties. Cruciferous (fibrous) veggies include kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and many others.

          This is far too serious an issue to invoke shenanigans!

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            2 months ago

            When I googled “broccoli smell” every single result stated “you’re overcooking it” so I guess that’s what you’re doing. I have literally never experienced this so I guess I win at cooking broccoli.

            Thus I rescind my suspicion of shenanigans and submit instead INCOMPETENCE

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    2 months ago

    Honestly, broccoli is wonderful microwaved. Put it in a covered dish with just a little water. For a couple servings, I do on high like 2.5 minutes. Easy to adjust the time to get it just the way you want it. You can’t get it crispy that way, but it’s basically like perfectly steamed.

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    2 months ago

    Frozen broccoli on baking sheet. Toss with olive oil and seasoning ( I like to use Montreal steak)

    425° for 25 minutes

    Stir halfway through cooking. It’s easy, no smell, and easy to remember bc 425 twice. (425 ° for 25 minutes)