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Three Methods:WaterVinegarSalt Water

Before cooking, it is always wise to clean the food and the utensils. In this article you will read some tips on cleaning Broccoli.

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Method 1 of 3: Water

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    Place your broccoli under running water.
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    With your hands or a vegetable scrubber, scrub every part of the broccoli.
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    When done, pat dry with towel and begin prepping for cooking.

Method 2 of 3: Vinegar

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    Leave the broccoli in vinegar for five to ten minutes.
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    Once done soaking, rinse off with water and pat down dry with towel.

Method 3 of 3: Salt Water

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    Mix every cup of water with a table spoon of salt.
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Tips

  • It's best to use a clean, bristle-like brush when scrubbing your vegetable clean.
  • When cleaning utensils and working area, it's best to use nonfragrant cleaning supplies.
  • You can use both water and vinegar method to clean your broccoli.
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Warnings

  • Make sure to wash vegetable completely, a dirty vegetable can possibly carry unwanted diseases and germs.
  • Be careful measuring vinegar and salt.

Things You'll Need

  • Running water
  • Vinegar
  • Towel
  • Vegetable scrubber
  • Container

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Categories: Food Safety

Recent edits by: WikiHow Intern, Oh SHNAP!, Maluniu

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