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Materials you can use in microwave oven:
Utensils
Observations
Aluminium foil
Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts
of meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is
too close to oven walls. The foils should be at least 1 inch (2,5cm)
away from oven walls.
Browning dish
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish
must be at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect
usage may cause the turntable to break.
Dinnerware
Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use
cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars
Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass
jars are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware
Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic
trim. Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking bags
Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates and
cups
Use for short-term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven
unattended while cooking.
Paper towels
Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with
supervision for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
Plastic
Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should
be labelled “Microwave Safe”. Some plastic containers soften, as the
food inside gets hot. “Boiling bags” and tightly closed plastic bags
should be slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Plastic wrap
Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Wax paper
Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.
