How to Parboil Broccoli

Parboiling is the act of cooking something partially so that its overall cooking time is reduced when added to a recipe. While broccoli does tend to cook quickly, it can be helpful to know how to parboil it for some recipes.

Ingredients

Broccoli
Salt

Steps

1
Prepare the broccoli florets. Wash, cut, and dry before adding.
2
Prepare a pot with water. Bring it to the boil and add a little salt to it.
3
Place a handful of ice cubes into a large bowl. Pour chilled water into the rest of the bowl. Place this nearby so that you can reach it quickly.
4
Place the broccoli into the boiling water. Only cook it for 2 minutes or for however long your directions say.
5
Remove from the pot. Use tongs or a strainer to get the broccoli out quickly.
6
Plunge it into the bowl of ice water. This will "shock" the broccoli and immediately stop it cooking any further.
7
Once it is cool, drain the ice water and leave the broccoli in a colander ready for use as needed.
8
Use in the recipe of choice.