Microwaving frozen vegetables is as simple as cooking fresh vegetables in a microwave. Today most of the vegetables we use are frozen, so knowing how to microwave frozen vegetables successfully can bring a lot of joy in cooking with microwave.

Frozen vegetables can be defrosted successfully in a microwave. All it needs is some ventilation to allow the steam to go out of the bag.

• Snip the corners of the bag and place it on a plate inside the microwave.
• There is no need to add water as frozen vegetables contain water in it.
• While cooking loose frozen vegetables in a microwave, place vegetables in a microwave friendly container and close the lid. Add a few table spoon of water for crispy vegetables, for soft vegetables increase the quantity of water and microwave for a longer time.
• While preparing a dish with frozen vegetables, mix all ingredients as required including frozen vegetables. Microwave in closed container using less water, frozen vegetables will have enough moisture to cook the vegetables.
• If you are in doubt regarding the quantity of water, microwave frozen vegetables for a few minutes and check the water content. Do add more water if required or continue to cook.

If you thought microwaving frozen vegetables is difficult, what do you have to say now?

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