SUITABLE OVENWARE
1. The ideal material for a microwave utensil is transparent to microwave, it allows energy to pass through the
container and heat the food.
2. Microwave cannot penetrate metal, so metal utensils or dishes with metallic trim should not be used.
3. Do not use recycled paper products when microwave cooking, as they may contain small metal fragments which
may cause sparks and/or res.
4. Round /oval dishes rather than square/oblong ones are recommend, as food in corners tends to overcook.
5. Narrow strips of aluminum foil may be used to prevent overcooking of exposed areas. But be careful don't use too
much and keep a distance of 2.54 cm between foil and cavity
The list below is a general guide to help you select the correct utensils.
Cookware
Browning dishes
China and ceramics
Heat–Resistant Glass
Non Heat–Resistant Glass
Heat–Resistant Ceramics
Microwave–Safe Plastic Dish
Kitchen Paper
Glassware e.g. Pyrex®
Metal Tray
Metal Rack
Aluminium foil
Foil Containers
Cling lm
Plastic/Polystyrene e.g fast food
containers
Freezer/Roasting bags
Paper - Plates, cups and kitchen
paper
Straw and wooden Containers
Recycled paper and newspaper
WARNING: When heating food in plastic or paper containers, monitor the oven due to the possibility of
ignition.
NOTE: Do not leave your oven unattended while in use.
Microwave
Grill
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Safe
Always follow the manufacturers instructions.
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Do not exceed heating times given. Be very careful as these dishes
become very hot.
Porcelain, pottery, glazed earthenware and bone china are usually
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suitable, except for those with metallic decoration.
Care should be taken to ensure that any glass cook ware is suitable
for use in a microwave oven.
Ensure that any ceramic material is not too thick or in high in
mineral content.
Always check that the plastic cook ware is suitable to be used in a
microwave oven.
Only use kitchen paper which is recommended for use in
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microwave ovens.
Care should be taken if using ne glassware as it can break or
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crack if heated suddenly.
It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc, which
can lead to re.
It is not recommended to use metal cookware as it will arc, which
can lead to re.
Small pieces of aluminium foil can be used to shield food from
overheating. Keep foil at least 2.54 cm from the oven walls, as
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arcing may occur.
Foil containers are not recommended unless speci ed by the
manufacturer, e.g. Microfoil®, follow instructions carefully.
It should not touch the food and must be pierced to let the steam
escape.
Care must be taken as some containers warp, melt or discolour at
high temperatures.
Must be pierced to let steam escape. Ensure bags are suitable for
microwave use.
Do not use plastic or metal ties, as they may melt or catch re due
to the metal 'arcing' .
Only use for warming or to absorb moisture.
Care must be taken as overheating may cause re.
Always attend the oven when using these materials as
overheating may cause re.
May contain extracts of metal which will cause 'arcing' and may
lead to re.
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