Orka Personal 12-Ounce Oval Steamer, Blue

by Orka Mastrad

Product Features

• 12-ounce steamer in blue--ideal size when cooking for one
• Made from non-stick, stain-resistant silicone; easy-grip handles; nonstick and stain-resistant surface
• Steaming enhances a vegetable's flavor and preserves nutrients
• Microwave and oven safe to 430 degrees F; includes recipe booklet
• Dishwasher safe; 5-year warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 x 10.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000UF0Q5O
• Item model number: A68003
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,401 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #64 in Kitchen & Dining > Cookware > Steamers

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Orka's 12-ounce steamer helps retain essential vitamins and minerals in meats, fish, and vegetables. Made of 100 percent premium silicone, this personal steamer features easy-grip handles and a convenient nonstick, stain-resistant surface. It's heat-safe to 430 degrees F and can be used in the oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Use the included booklet to find recipes for steamed foods that are flavorful, moist, and packed with vitamins. This steamer comes with a matching lid and it carries a five-year warranty.

Product Description

12 oz silicone steamer

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great tiny steamer, May 20, 2009

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pamitha "Pamitha" (California) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Orka Personal 12-Ounce Oval Steamer, Blue (Kitchen)

This is just great! So much easier than dragging out the pot of water and metal steamer. I have had no trouble cleaning it, I just swish it out and rinse while it is still warm and damp.

Keep in mind that this is quite small, definitely not enough for a side dish for two people (well, maybe if it's peas or something) and barely enough broccoli for one if you are a big vegetable eater. I bought a larger one as well for bigger meals.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Super Convenient!, January 9, 2010

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Elizabeth A. Cruz (Minnesota) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Orka Personal 12-Ounce Oval Steamer, Blue (Kitchen)

This is great! You can steam veggies in the microwave in just a few minutes. I make corn on the cob in 2 minutes. I also use it to steam carrots and sweet potatoes to puree for baby food (these take about 3-4 minutes). I can fit a whole sweet potato in if I slice it. I love it!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good silicone cookware for microwave, May 30, 2011

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eliner (IN) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Orka Personal 12-Ounce Oval Steamer, Blue (Kitchen)

I own three different sizes (all blue) Orka silicone steamers: 12oz oval, 33oz square, and 27oz round.
My favorite is the square while we can do a veggie dinner for two in it. The oval steamer is good for one person only or for a portion of a meal for two. The round steamer is the least used in our household due to its flimsiness. The square steamer is the sturdiest. The square and the round steamers are the same oz amount even they are labeled differently.
All the steamers work as advertised, they seal well and keep the moisture in while food is being microwaved. Some people state that their steamers do not seal. Perhaps they overload the steamers and do not line up the top correctly with the bottom. It happened to me once. Not anymore, I do overload the steamers but make sure the lid will line up with the bottom after the veggies melt down from their frozen stage.
I do use these steamers for 8 months now and I did not notice any discoloration. I steam carrots a lot. So I am not sure what would discolor them.
I did notice an after smell if I didn't wash these steamers within a couple of hours or so. The worst smell was from the potatoes. So I make sure I wash them with Palmolive before I go to bed. They still do smell a little, but hey, it is a silicone which is plastic. Plastic retains smells, I knew this will happen.
The booklets do include only a limited timing suggestions. I found timing guides all over the internet and posted them here on the cooking forum. A GLAD Microwave Cooking Chart can be used for these steamers as well.