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What type of containers may be used?
Microwave function
In the microwave function, it is important to remember
that the microwaves are reflected by metallic surfaces.
Glass, porcelain, ceramic, plastic and paper will allow
the microwaves to pass through.
Therefore,
metallic pans and dishes for cooking or
containers with metallic components or
decorations may not be used in the microwave.
Glassware and ceramic with
metallic decorations or
parts
(e.g. lead glass) may not be used.
The
ideal
materials to be used for cooking
in a
microwave oven are refractory, heat-resistant glass,
porcelain or ceramic. Very fine crystal and porcelain
should only be used for a short time, to defrost or
reheat foods that have already been cooked.
Test the dishes
Place the dish inside the oven at the maximum power
level for 20 seconds. If it is cold or not very hot, it is
suitable. However, if it gets very hot or causes an
electrical arch, it is not suitable.
Hot foods transmit heat to the dish, which may
become very hot. Therefore, always use a
glove!
Aluminium containers and foils
Precooked foods in aluminium containers or wrapped
in aluminium foil may be placed in the microwave oven
if the following instructions are followed:
•
Pay attention to the manufacturer’s instructions
that are printed on the packaging,
•
Aluminium containers should not be higher than
3 cm and they should not come into contact with
the walls of the cavity (minimum distance 3 cm).
The aluminium lid should be removed.
•
Place the aluminium container directly on the
rotating plate. If the grille is used, the container
should be placed on a porcelain plate. Never put
the container directly on the grille!
•
The cooking time will be longer because the
microwaves only enter the food from above. In
case of doubt, only use microwave-safe dishes.
•
Aluminium foil may be used to reflect the
microwaves during the defrosting process.
Delicate foods, such as poultry or minced meat,
may be protected from excessive heat by
covering the respective ends.
•
Important:
the
aluminium foil must not come
into contact with the walls of the cavity, as this
could cause an electrical arch.
Lids
The use of glass or plastic lids or adherent film is
recommended, for the following reasons:
1. They prevent excessive evaporation (especially in
very long cooking periods);
2. The cooking process is faster;
3. The food does not go dry;
4. The aroma is preserved.
The lid should have holes to avoid any type of
pressure from building up. Plastic bags should also
have openings. Baby bottles and baby food jars and
other similar containers must only be heated without
the lid, as they might explode if it is left on.
The following table gives general guidelines on the
type of dishes that are suitable for each situation.