Why You Don't See Canned Broccoli In Grocery Aisles
NEWS
By TIM FORSTER
While various canned vegetables are pantry staples, although theoretically possible, broccoli doesn’t yield appetizing results when canned like potatoes or carrots.
Before you can any vegetables, they need to be cooked for a certain amount of time (this varies by vegetable). Broccoli would break down and get mushy in this situation.
Not only will canned broccoli have a gross texture, but the taste and color will also suffer in the canning process. It can become discolored and develop an intense flavor.
Additionally, canned broccoli is unavailable due to the challenges associated with canning low-acid veggies, which require pressure canning to prevent botulism and other pathogens.
If you’re curious about canning broccoli at home, it’s generally not recommended due to safety concerns and the difficulty in achieving proper sterilization.
