What is a Microwave? And how does it work?

Dec 13, 2023
Kitchen Appliances
What is a Microwave? And how does it work?

Microwave is a kitchen appliance used to heat and cook food quickly. It’s super convenient for reheating leftovers. 

Wondering what you can do with a microwave? Why you should even buy it in the first place? Here’s why: 


1. Pop Popcorn: Microwaves can be used to make popcorn in a flash.


2. Cook Vegetables: Using a microwave-safe dish, you can steam or cook veggies which is a quick and healthy side dish.


3. Defrost Food: Frozen meat? Poultry? Thaw it in your microwave.


4. Soften Butter: If you ever need to soften your butter to bake, it’s an excellent and quick choice. 


5. Reheat Leftovers: Had Shawarma and then kept it in the freezer? You can reheat it with your microwave. Rice? Soup? Whatever it is. Ensure they’re in a microwave safe container. 


There has however been some Myths about microwaves. Here’s are our top 2:


1. Microwaves make food radioactive thereby causing Cancer: Microwaves use non-ionizing radiation to heat food which means it doesn’t make the food radioactive. 


2. Plastic containers in a microwave release harmful chemicals: It’s important to use microwave safe containers. They’re usually indicated at the bottom or side of the plastic container. 


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