. Cooking in the microwave
In order to correctly arrange the food to be cooked, place the thickest pieces on
the outside.
Note the exact cooking or heating times.
Choose the shortest available cooking or heating time and extend it if necessary.
Cover food during cooking or heating with a microwave-safe cover. Covering the
food helps avoid splashes; furthermore, the food is more evenly cooked.
Turn foods such as chicken pieces or hamburgers once when cooking in the
microwave in order to speed up cooking. Larger pieces such as joints or roasting
chickens must be turned at least once to ensure that the food is cooked evenly.
It is also important to reposition food, e.g. if cooking meatballs: After half of the
cooking time has elapsed, reposition the food from top to bottom and from the
inside to the outside.
After heating, stir the food thoroughly, if possible, to ensure even temperatures,
otherwise let the food stand for a short time.
.. Size and shape of microwave-safe containers
Flat, broad containers are better than narrow, tall ones. "Flat" foods can be cooked
more evenly.
Round or oval containers are more suitable than angular ones. There is a danger of
local overheating in the corners.
.. Microwave-suitable materials
Use the following utensils in the microwave:
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Browning dishes
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Crockery
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Glass containers without a lid
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Oven-safe glassware
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Oven-safe cooking bags
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Paper bags and cups (only for brief warming up)
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Paper towel (only for covering foods and for soaking up grease)
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Microwave-safe plastic containers
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Microwave-safe plastic packaging
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Microwave-safe thermometer
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Wax paper (only for covering foods)
Always note the manufacturer's instructions.
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