Helen’s Asian Kitchen Bamboo Steamer for gently cooking and warming vegetables, dumplings, eggs, meat, poultry, fish, seafood, and desserts with steam Made from 100-percent natural bamboo, a fast-growing alternative to traditional materials for a more sustainable living; lightweight and durable Foods hover above the hot water to cook or reheat gently with steam; 2-tiers offer ample room for making a single or multiple servings Steaming food helps retain fresh textures and flavors, and preserves precious nutrients Safe for use with non-stick cookware; wipe with a dry cloth or brush before first use, and after every use. Hand wash in warm, soapy water as needed