And because the process is gentler than boiling, this technique produces a more tender egg white and a creamier yolk. Watch the video to learn how to cook soft-boiled steamed eggs.

How long do you steam Dungeness crab? Using steamer baskets and covered pots, you'll steam crabs until the shells turn bright orange, 18 to 20 minutes, before plunging in an ice bath for 10 minutes.

A steamed hot dog bun is warm, soft, and perfectly chewy all the way through, and you can achieve that at home without a microwave or fancy steamer.