What dishes can be used in the microwave?

Today, almost every kitchen can see a microwave. This household appliance has become an indispensable assistant, allowing not only to warm up already prepared food, but also to prepare a full-fledged dish.

When using a microwave, all precautions must be taken into account and only “correct” dishes should be used. Incorrectly chosen products can contribute to long-term cooking of food, but most importantly, they can harm human health.

In this article we will talk about which dishes you can use in a microwave oven, and which ones are strictly prohibited.

The modern market of dishes for microwave ovens is filled with a variety of assortment. Capacities can be of various shapes, sizes and designs. But, choosing equipment for use in a microwave oven, first of all you need to take into account the material from which it is prepared.

The material of such a container should be:

• quality;
• heat resistant;
• safe for health, do not emit harmful substances when heated.

With regard to thermal stability, it must be borne in mind that dishes in the microwave are heated with the help of electromagnetic radiation. It acts on the dipole molecules of the products so that they move very quickly. Thus, friction is created and, as a result, warming up. The temperature of the food can reach 100 degrees, and the containers in which it is located - up to 300.

For cooking and heating food in the microwave, you can use several types of dishes.

For its manufacture uses such building materials as clay. The clay is inherent refractoriness, which makes it possible to use it in a microwave oven. These products also tend to heat very quickly, therefore be sure to use oven mitts when you get them. It is very important that there are no patterns or patterns on the ceramic pot, and there are no metal particles in its composition.

Porcelain containers are also made of clay, only the production technology is different. When using porcelain containers, make sure that they do not have patterns, chips and cracks, otherwise, their use in the furnace is strictly prohibited. And note - the cover is not needed.

Such dishes are often used for cooking and heating in the microwave. It is popular with consumers. In addition to warming up, you can simply store food in it.

Glass container is an ideal option for the microwave oven. The big advantage of this type of kitchen equipment is that when the food is heated, the capacity stays cold. Of course, for the manufacture of such dishes the manufacturer can use the most different glass, but ideally it should be heat-resistant. Heat resistant glass has several advantages:

• transparent walls through which you can observe the cooking process;
• aesthetic appearance - cooked food can not be shifted, but served to the table in a glass container;
• glass packaging is easy to care for;
• the glass does not soak up the smells of food;
• Heat-resistant glass packaging is universal: it can cook, warm, and defrost food.

Can be used for microwave and paper models for the manufacture of which in the production using cotton and linen. Most often they are used to heat bread.

Foam ware is not as popular as the containers listed above. This is due to the fact that it is disposable. It is recommended to use it only at low temperature, as at high temperature conditions the form begins to melt.

You will not surprise anyone with silicone forms, they are in the kitchen of each housewife. In most cases, silicone bakeware is used, but they are quite similar to the microwave oven.

As for the enameled utensils, it refers to the disputed capacity for the microwave. After all, the metal with which the microwave oven is incompatible is covered with enamel.

Considering the popularity and demand for such a household appliance as a microwave, many of the manufacturers of cookware in the production began to use a special label that indicates the admissibility of using their product in a microwave oven. Before using utensils, pay attention to their labeling. In order to see it, just look at the bottom of the dish. There must be applied sign in the form of waves.

Here is a transcript of the icons that can be seen on the dishes:

• PP - polypropylene, suitable for microwave ovens;
• PS - polystyrene, the use of dishes from such material is not recommended for microwave;
• microwave or not microwave - “allowed” and “prohibited”;
• inscription "thermoplastic" and "duroplast" - This capacity is suitable for use in the microwave.

The range and choice of dishes today is quite wide and varied. There are many companies that specialize in the manufacture and sale of dishes for the microwave. Among all the companies I would like to separately distinguish those whose product has established itself as the most qualitative and reliable.

• Luminarc - These are containers from superstrong and fire-resistant glass. The company produces all kinds of dishes, including plates.
• Simax uses heat-resistant Czech glass.
• Wolomin - This is a Polish company. It is engaged in the production of utensils for the microwave.
• Tognana - Italian company, whose products are considered one of the most durable and durable.

Products of almost each of the above manufacturers can be found on sale in stores of household goods. If there is no opportunity to visit the company store, you can always use the online resources and find exactly what you need.

Earlier we got acquainted with the dishes that are suitable for use in a microwave oven. But it remains to find out what the same capacity can not be used in the microwave. This is very important, as improperly selected dishes can damage the appliance and cause a fire and a serious fire.

Certain types of dishes are strictly prohibited and cannot be used in the microwave.

• Metallic. Iron objects should not be placed in the microwave, as the metal reflects microwaves. This may cause sparks and electrical discharge, which can cause open flame.
• Aluminum. Like iron objects, aluminum cookware is unsafe, as it can also cause a fire in a matter of minutes.
• Crystal. This material is very beautiful, but as part of it has lead, silver and other metals that can adversely affect the operation of a household appliance.
• With a pattern. Previously it was popular to apply various metal drawings or sputtering on dishes. Probably, many still have such products at home, but they cannot be put in a microwave and subjected to high temperatures. Risk, of course, is not prohibited, but the consequences can be dire. In the best case, you will get a spoiled product or a cracked plate, at worst - just break the device.

Remember: it is not safe to use forms of foil in the furnace, foil itself, disposable utensils, for the manufacture of which they use the cheapest and low-quality plastic in production. Dangerous and thin glass, which, most likely, will not withstand the effects of microwaves. Also, do not put untreated ceramics in the oven.

When buying dishes for further use in a microwave oven, do not try to save; it is best to give preference to a quality and reliable manufacturer, even if its products will cost more.

About what dishes can not be used in the microwave, see below.