Frozen broccoli does not need to be defrosted or thawed out before cooking.
You can simply throw the frozen broccoli in the dish you're cooking or steam or boil the frozen broccoli without needing to defrost it.
You can eat fresh frozen broccoli without cooking it as fresh frozen broccoli is simply broccoli which can be eaten raw or cooked.
Frozen broccoli can smell weird because the broccoli when cut into florets releases a compound called sulforaphane that can give off a strong odor.
If the odor of your broccoli is mild then it's okay but if the odor is very strong and really unpleasant then it can be a sign that the frozen broccoli is at it's peak and should not be consumed.
To clean frozen broccoli fill a large bowl with 2 and 2/3 cups of cold or warm water and 1/3 cup of white vinegar.
Then place the frozen broccoli in the bowl and soak the frozen broccoli for 2 minutes.
Then dump the frozen broccoli into a colander and rinse the broccoli very well with running water to remove the vinegar.
Frozen broccoli is cleaned before packaging and the frozen broccoli also goes through blanching which is where the broccoli is immersed in some boiling water before it's frozen so that would also kill bacteria and germs that could be on the broccoli.
Frozen broccoli is watery due to the freezing which causes water to expand inside the frozen broccoli.
The brown bits on frozen broccoli is mold that is starting to form and means the frozen broccoli is spoiling and should be thrown out.
If you notice any brown or yellow spots on your frozen broccoli then it's a sign of spoilage and a sign that it's time to toss the frozen broccoli.
Frozen broccoli does taste the same as fresh broccoli and sometimes frozen broccoli can taste even better than fresh broccoli.
To cook frozen broccoli so it's not mushy you should roast it on high heat if cooking the frozen broccoli in the oven.
Set your oven to 450 F and put the baking sheet in the oven while the oven is preheating and then after the baking sheet gets hot you can then toss the frozen broccoli with oil and seasoning if you choose onto the baking sheet.
If boiling the frozen broccoli then you boil the frozen broccoli for about 5 minutes and test a piece of broccoli to see if it's cooked enough for you.
You can eat the cooked broccoli at any level of doneness from raw to baby-food-soft.
It's all up to your personal taste.
Once the broccoli is cooked to your taste, drain it and serve immediately.
The most popular way to eat broccoli is by cooking it in dishes such as pasta, casseroles or even using the broccoli in salads.
Steaming broccoli or adding cheese to the broccoli by melting the cheese over broccoli is also another great way to eat the broccoli.
The white balls on broccoli are white blisters that are a plant disease which affects broccoli and brassica crops that are caused by a fungus like organism called Albugo candida.
The white balls on broccoli are edible and pose no health risks to humans and so you can still eat the broccoli with the white balls.
When your broccoli smells bad but looks fine it's because the broccoli cut into florets releases sulforaphane which is a compound that is found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables that can give off a strong odor.
If the odor or bad smell of the broccoli is mild then it is usually OK but if the odor is very strong then it's a sign that the broccoli is past it's peak and is bad and should not be consumed.
The green balls on broccoli are caterpillars which are worms or larvae of several different species of moths and butterflies that feed on broccoli plants.
The Cabbage Butterfly, also called the White Cabbage Moth lays its eggs on broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, and other plants in the Kole family.
The green or yellow worms consume the leaves of the plants and hide in the tight florets and wrapped leaves of the vegetables.
It is OK to eat broccoli that has turned purple as it's not an indication of the broccoli being spoiled or being damaged but is just a sign that the cold has made the broccoli sweeter.
The little purple on broccoli is also a bluish blush caused by anthocyanins that are purplish blue and are naturally present in the broccoli plant releasing and it's edible and also has health benefits.
Broccoli is a nutrient-rich vegetable that may enhance your health in a variety of ways, such as by reducing inflammation, improving blood sugar control, boosting immunity and promoting heart health.
However, keep in mind that good health doesn't come from any single food.
People who should avoid eating broccoli are people who have IBS or irritable bowel syndrome or other digestive health issues.
Broccoli can cause gas and bloating and affect a persons IBS negatively.
The vegetables you can eat unlimited amounts of include zucchini, salad greens, lettuce, carrots, cauliflower and cucumbers.
Foods you should not eat everyday include Junk Food, Salt, Cruciferous vegetables, grape fruit, baked goods, Kombucha, dried fruit, Animal based protein, meats and canned tuna.
The number 1 healthiest food is broccoli as well as Kale and Spinach.
Other healthiest foods are dark green vegetables, whole grains, beans and lentils, fish, berries, winter squash and soy.
The 5 most nutritious vegetables are Spinach, Carrots, Broccoli, Garlic and Brussel Sprouts.
Spinach is better for you than Kale as Spinach contains more folate as well as Vitamins K and Vitamins A than Kale.