Master Steaming Liquid

By The Reluctant Gourmet

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Ingredients

1 quart light vegetable stock (or water if you don't have stock)
4 slices fresh ginger (about ¼ inch thick)
2 strips lemon peel (no white pith)
1 bay leaf
10 whole black pepper corns
1 smashed garlic clove (optional- adds depth, leave out for cleaner flavor)

Prep Time10mins
Cook Time10mins
Servings4

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.

Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Use as much as you need to fill your steaming vessel ¾ to 1 inch deep. Keep the rest simmering on low and add as needed to maintain the level.

Do not add salt to the steaming liquid salt stays in the pot and does not transfer through the steam. Season the food directly instead.

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