Michel Boucher wrote:
> "jmcquown" > wrote:
>
>> Sure, I always add salt to the water. What prompted this question?
>
> I'm guessing the question is whether salting water before steaming affects
> the taste. I would say not, as evaporation does not carry particulates
> otherwise it would rain salt water all over the planet.

When you add salt to water you change its boiling temperature. This has
an effect on veggies that are boiled in it. My best guess is adding
salt when steaming is a habit followed because it works when boiling.
It's a carry over from boiling to steaming.