Bamboo Steamer 25x11cm – E5206

£11.82

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SKU: Lockhart-E5206

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THE WORKING VIEW

Why this product earns its place

A bamboo steamer is a wok accessory that's lasted centuries because it solves a simple problem: you need steam to cook food evenly without condensation dripping back onto it and turning crisp skin soggy.

The 25cm diameter basket sits on a wok or stock pot and fits a full platter of dumplings or buns. The bamboo slats are loose enough that steam rises through the bottom and circulates around the food, then escapes through gaps in the weave — no pooling, no soggy spots. The lid shuts that steam in without sealing it tight.

Stack two or three baskets to plate multiple items at once — dumplings in one, buns in another, greens in a third. Each basket keeps its own environment, so you can pull one tier out and replace it without cooling the others down.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions, answered straight

The 25cm basket holds a full service platter. Smaller 18cm baskets are for individual portions or delicate single items. Many kitchens stock both.

Soak it for 10 minutes before first use to open the weave. During service, just steam in it — the moisture keeps it supple. After shift, let it air-dry upright; don't leave it damp overnight.

Yes, and that's the point. You can cook dumplings, buns, and vegetables in separate layers without flavour transfer, since each tier has its own steam space.

Bring your wok or pot to a rolling boil first, then set the basket on top. The steam will be around 100 °C — perfect for dumplings and vegetables without direct heat damage.

With daily use, bamboo baskets last two to three years before the weave starts to loosen or the slats splinter. Once that happens, they're due for replacement. Proper drying between shifts extends life significantly.

No — hand-wash only, and let it air-dry upright. Heat and harsh chemicals will crack the bamboo and strip the natural oils.
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