Samsung MC17J8000C User Manual - Page 42
Not recommended, Testing utensils, Cooking guide, Cooking techniques
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Cooking guide Not recommended • Glass jars and bottles - Regular glass is too thin to be used in a microwave and can shatter. • Paper bags - These are a fire hazard, except for popcorn bags that are designed for microwave use. • Styrofoam plates and cups - These can melt and leave an unhealthy residue on food. • Plastic storage and food containers - Containers such as margarine tubs can melt in the microwave. Testing utensils If you are not sure whether a dish is microwave-safe or not, you can perform this test: 1. Fill a 1 cup glass measuring cup with water and put it inside your oven, next to the dish you want to test. 2. Set the microwave to 1 minute using the numeric buttons, and then press the START button. This will heat the glass and dish for one minute at High power. When the microwave stops, the water should be warm and the dish you are testing should be cool. If the dish is warm, then it is absorbing microwave energy and is not acceptable for use in the microwave. Microwave energy actually penetrates food and is attracted to and absorbed by the water, fat, and sugar molecules in the food. The microwaves cause the molecules in the food to move rapidly. The rapid movement of these molecules creates friction and the resulting heat cooks the food. Cooking techniques Stirring Stir foods such as casseroles and vegetables while cooking to distribute heat evenly. Food at the outside of the dish absorbs more energy and heats more quickly, so stir from the outside to the center. The oven will turn off when you open the door to stir your food. Arrangement Arrange unevenly shaped foods, such as chicken pieces or chops, with the thicker, meatier parts toward the outside of the turntable where they receive more microwave energy. To prevent overcooking, place thin or delicate parts toward the center of the turntable. Shielding Shield food with narrow strips of aluminum foil to prevent overcooking. Areas that need shielding include poultry wing-tips, the ends of poultry legs, and the corners of square baking dishes. Use only small amounts of aluminum foil. Larger amounts can damage your oven. Turning Turn foods over midway through cooking to expose all parts to microwave energy. This is especially important with large items such as roasts. Cooking guide 42 English MC17J8000CG_AA_DE68-04224E-02_EN+MES.indb 42 7/11/2018 11:13:18 AM