Dishes that should never be microwaved

Nowadays, microwaves are actively used for heating food and cooking full meals. Almost every home has one. Improper use of such a device can be dangerous and harmful to people, so you need to be very careful.

Today, the FoodOboz editorial team shares tips that will help you make the right choice when choosing microwave cookware.

Special markings on the dishes

Markings that can be used to determine whether a dish is suitable for the microwave or not.

• Microwave safe – suitable for heating
• Not recommended to microwave
• Recommended microwave – intended for heating

Cookware that should not be microwaved

Cookware with gold and silver decorative elements

Decorative elements on most cookware may contain paint with metal on it. As a result, electrical discharges are generated, which can lead to microwave damage.

Metal cookware

Heating such cookware in the microwave can create a serious problem. The metal begins to spark, which can lead to appliance damage and fire.

Glassware made of thin glass

Thin glass may not be able to withstand high temperatures. Such dishes will crack or even break.

Crystal crockery

Crystal crockery has many irregularities and various pits. The material heats up very unevenly, so there is a risk of damage.

Wooden tableware

Wood has a rather porous structure and contains a lot of moisture. Therefore, cookware made of this material can dry out from the high temperatures of the microwave.

Disposable tableware

Most of these dishes are made of plastic, so they will simply melt. It will also release harmful substances into the atmosphere.