BAMBOO STEAMERS

are made of interlocking trays, with perforated bottoms that stack one on top of the other, and a lid for the top tray. The whole basket is placed over a wok (or skillet) of simmering water so the steam rises through the layers and cooks the food. They come in a variety of sizes (widths) and tiers (which allows you to cook different foods, with different cook times, all at once.) Here are the basic steps for setting up and using a bamboo steamer: