Which lids should not be used for canning and why: share useful tips

Key-operated tin lids are most often used for canning. They are used for all kinds of canned food, from vegetables to berries, compotes and sauces.

FoodOboz editors share useful tips from hostesses, which lids are better not to use for canning and why.

Which lids are better not to use

This applies to lids that do not have a special lacquer coating and they are made of white tin, which oxidizes, so they should not be used for canned foods containing acid, this applies to pickled cucumbers or tomatoes. They cannot be used for legumes and meat dishes.

What kind of lids should be used for canning

It is better to use lids with a lacquer coating on the inner and outer surface. These lids are designed for contact with acidic environments, the lids will not oxidize and will be absolutely safe in contact with acidic foods!