If you've ever microwaved something, and hear a loud PLOC a few seconds later...
...don't worry, you're not the only one!
Even though microwaves have been in daily use for decades.
And despite this, it remains a mystery to many of us.
It can heat a dish in just 1 min, but sometimes it also explodes certain foods...
You can do so much in the microwave that you wonder where it will stop!
But be aware, you can't put everything you want in the microwave !
Yes, there are some things that you should not put in the microwave at the risk of it literally exploding...
Fortunately, we have listed for you the 12 things you should never put in the microwave .
You will thus be able to use it more serenely (and avoiding an explosion!). Watch:
These paper bags are not as innocent as they seem! Avoid heating them in your microwave, just like plastic bags and newspapers ! According to one study, "they are unhealthy and can cause fire and emit toxic fumes. The intense heat can ignite the bag causing a fire in the microwave." Not great! In the same way, avoid putting the pizza box or a paper cup. Nor can you put a towel in the microwave or Sopalin which can catch fire.
The rplastic containers or bottles containing yoghurt, margarine, cream dessert ... must not be put in the microwave. They are intended for single use (and cold in general), and are not intended to be heated. They are not heat resistant and will deform, melt, and release toxic substances into your food. And believe me:eating melted plastic is bad for your health! Do not use parchment paper either.
Don't be fooled by bogus tricks, cooking a hard-boiled egg in the microwave doesn't work! If you try to boil one in the microwave, you will end up with a huge mess and a lot of cleaning to do! Why ? Because the heat quickly produced by the microwave creates a lot of steam in the egg. Trapped in the shell, the steam must come out at some point... and cause the egg to explode . The only trick that really works for cooking hard-boiled eggs in the microwave is this one.
To discover: The Perfect Tip to Clean Your Microwave Easily.
Some fast food restaurants serve their dishes in these boxes . This is often the case with kebabs. You may already know this, but you should not reheat food in this type of tray . This material is a type of plastic, and plastic is not microwave safe (unless otherwise stated on the container). Cellophane should not be put in the microwave either.
Some fruits can withstand heat, but most fruits cannot withstand microwaves . The grapes will explode and the raisins will start to smoke... Yes, you have to be careful!
Think about it! Some pieces of your set are not microwave safe, especially porcelain . Do not put the gold-rimmed dishes. It's metal! The metal will react to the heat and damage your microwave (and possibly your dish). So, pay attention to the dishes your grandma gave you :-)
This is enemy number one:tomato sauce. Want to wreak havoc in seconds? So you know what to put in your microwave;-) Put on a lid or microwave cover! You will simplify the cleaning.
Do not put the plastic Tupperware boxes in the microwave ! You have seen what happens if you heat the plastic. They melt and release toxins into the food. How do you know if a box or plastic bag is microwave safe? Check below the box. If it is microwaveable, you will find the pictogram below. If this symbol does not appear, it is not microwave safe.
The meaning of this acronym is very simple:your container (box, bowl, dish, plate, etc.) is suitable for the microwave.
Nothing will happen to your chilies , except that they still risk catching fire . But when you go to open the microwave door after heating them, they will release a chemical substance. And there, it will sting your eyes and throat very hard. And that's not great!
Most of these thermo mugs are not microwave safe , because they are partly made of stainless steel. Steel will block the spread of heat and can damage your oven. If it's plastic, check that the "microwavable" logo appears on the bottom of the cup.
We can't repeat it enough:we don't put any metal in the microwave ! Neither aluminum nor stainless steel...
Even the sheet that covers your leftovers should not go into your oven. It could make sparks, even lightning and catch fire quickly...
Running the microwave empty is just as dangerous :you could blow it all up! As there is nothing to absorb the waves (food...), the waves spin in the oven and will eventually return to the sender and destroy it by making it explode.
Warning: Running an empty oven is really very dangerous! Take a look at what happened to this French family in 2015.
Now that you know all this, nothing prevents you from making your mug cakes or preparing delicious meals (endives, potatoes, fish, rice, pasta, etc.) in the microwave.
All you need to do is choose the right utensils for microwave cooking. Rice or pasta cooker, silicone moulds, bowl, salad bowl... Choose containers compatible with microwave cooking.
Glass (Arcopal or other) or pyrex (jar, dish...) is also an excellent alternative.
And do not forget. Whatever the brand of your microwave (Darty, Boulanger...), its dangerousness and its lifespan depend on the use you make of it.
One last tip:don't put anything on your microwave. It is also dangerous.
