2007-02-27 04:06:11 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
LoL!! my mother just figured out the answer to this one THE HARD WAY over the weekend!! she put one of her starbucks cups in the microwave only to realize that it was insulated with metal (duh...how else would the coffee stay warm?!) and it literally caught fire and broke the microwave completely!! it also melted the cup and it STILL stinks like something nasty in the whole house!! never ever ever ever put ANY sort of metal in the microwave. the particles that heat up the food do not react well when they interact with metal and will cause sparking and fire.
2007-02-27 04:12:05 · answer #1 · answered by chingona1027 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I'm going to say no. When I was small I was advised to put nothing metal in the microwave. Stainless steel is no acception. I remember one time unintentionally putting aluminum over a bowl in a microwave and sparks came up, I cant imagine what will happen with stainless steel.
2007-02-27 04:16:00 · answer #2 · answered by Jeffrey C 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You cannot put any type of metal in the microwave and that includes stainless. It is dangerous. Go read what is in the below link.
2007-02-27 04:29:25 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. Just put it right in like anything else. Of course it might short out the magnatron tube and whatever is in the metal container will not heat. Now, if you had asked: "May I put stainless steal in a microwave?" the answer might be "no".
2007-02-27 06:05:30 · answer #4 · answered by Jim F 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Gee, since you can't put anything metal in the microwave, including aluminum foil, then I guess that rules out steel, too, since steel is a metal.
2007-02-27 04:11:04 · answer #5 · answered by EmLa 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No type of metal belongs in the microwave.
2007-02-27 04:16:42 · answer #6 · answered by ♨ Wisper ► 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What containers and wraps are safe to use in the microwave oven?
Only use cookware that is specially manufactured for use in the microwave oven. Glass, ceramic containers, and all plastics that are safe to use usually will be labeled for microwave oven use.
Here is some info regarding what can be put in the microwave and what can't. Always check your manufactures guidelines for more specific details. Hope this helps :)
SAFE TO USE:
Any utensil labeled for microwave use.
Heatproof glass (such as Pyrex, Anchor Hocking, etc.).
Glass-ceramic (such as Corning Ware).
Oven cooking bags.
Baskets (straw and wood) for quick warm-ups of rolls or bread. Line the basket with napkins to absorb moisture from food.
Most paper plates, towels, napkins and bags. For optimal safety use white, unprinted materials.
Wax paper, parchment paper, heavy plastic wrap. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food; vent it to allow a steam escape.
Heat-susceptor packaging.
NOT SAFE TO USE:
Cold storage containers: margarine tubs, cottage cheese and yogurt cartons, etc. These materials are not approved for cooking and chemicals can migrate into food.
Brown paper bags and newspapers.
Metal pans.
Foam-insulated cups, bowls, plates or trays.
China with metallic paint or trim.
Chinese "take-out" containers with metal handles.
Metal "twist ties" on package wrapping.
Food completely wrapped in aluminum foil.
Food cooked in any container or packaging that has warped or melted during heating.
Is it safe to use aluminum foil in a microwave oven?
Always consult the owner's manual of your microwave oven and heed the manufacturer's recommendations for the use of aluminum foil. It can be safe to use small amounts of aluminum foil in a microwave oven.
Microwaves cannot pass through metal but are absorbed by food. No food completely covered by aluminum foil or in a covered metal pan should be put in a microwave oven because food wouldn't be available to absorb the microwaves. Operating the oven empty or when the food is completely wrapped in aluminum foil can cause damage to the oven and the food won't heat.
However, small pieces of aluminum foil can be used to "shield" areas of foods, such as poultry drumsticks and wings, to prevent overcooking.
Some food packaged in foil containers can be safe to microwave. Read the package heating instructions to see if the food manufacturer has specific recommendations for microwaving the product. Because food in these containers will only heat from the top, it's best to microwave foods only 1-2 inches in depth so food near the bottom will be heated thoroughly before food on top dries and overcooks.
General Rules for Safe Use of Aluminum Foil:
Use new, smooth foil only. Wrinkled foil can cause arcing (sparks).
Cover no more than 1/4 of the food with foil.
Shape the foil smoothly to the food so no edges stick out.
It makes no difference which side of foil (shiny or dull) is facing out.
Do not place the foil closer than one inch from the oven walls.
If the microwave oven has metal shelves OR a metal turntable, don't microwave food in foil containers or metal pans, and don't let foil used for shielding touch or be close to the shelves or turntable.
If you see arcing (sparks), immediately remove the foil shielding; transfer frozen food from foil container to a microwave-safe utensil.
2007-02-27 05:18:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
you cannot put any metal in the microwave.
2007-02-27 06:02:45 · answer #8 · answered by Sabine5 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I just did. Food was heated normally. No spark. No melting. It was a one minute thing though.
2016-09-28 05:24:37 · answer #9 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No metal.
2007-02-27 04:11:34 · answer #10 · answered by Cookie 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋