LEARN HOW TO SAUTE VEGETABLES PERFECTLY.

Sauteed veggies. Photo Credit: Flickr

HOW TO SAUTE VEGETABLES.

• Put a pan on medium heat and add oil or butter. Let it get hot, then add the vegetables. Leave them to cook for a minute or so.

• If you’re using tougher vegetables like carrots, add about ¼ cup of water and put a lid over the pan to let the vegetables steam a bit. Let them cook for a few minutes, until they get tender and the water is almost gone.

• For more tender vegetables like green beans, just add a bit of water but don’t cook them for too long.

• Next, add any flavourings that need heat, like garlic or dry spices. Let everything cook, stirring or tossing occasionally until the garlic is translucent.

• At this point, shut off the heat and add tender flavourings like olives or lemon (optional), along with salt and pepper.

• Always remember the salt and pepper!

• Serve immediately.