Cooking Guide; General Microwave Tips - Samsung ME19R7041FS User Manual

Cookware
Recycled May cause arcing.
paper or
metal trims
Glassware
Oven-to-table Can be used, unless decorated
ware with a metal trim.
Fine Can be used to warm foods or
glassware liquids. Delicate glass may break
or crack if heated suddenly.
Glass jars Regular glass is too thin to be
used in a microwave, and can
shatter.
Metal
Dishes, May cause arcing or fire.
Utensils
Freezer bag May cause arcing or fire.
twist ties
Paper
Plates, cups, For short cooking times and
napkins, and warming. Also to absorb excess
kitchen paper moisture.
Recycled Do not use recycled paper
paper towels, which may contain metal
and may catch fire or cause
arcing.
Plastic
Containers Can be used if heat-resistant
thermoplastic. Some plastics
may warp or discolor at high
temperatures. Do not use
Melamine plastic.
Cling film Can be used to retain moisture.
Avoid wrapping the food too
tightly. Take care when removing
the film. Hot steam will escape.
Freezer bags Only if boilable or oven-proof.
Should not be airtight. Pierce
with a fork if necessary.
Wax or Can be used to retain moisture
and prevent spattering.
grease-proof
paper
Use only those marked
"Microwave-safe" and follow
the directions. Check the
temperature in several places.
Thermometer
You can use conventional
thermometers on the food once
the food has been removed from
the oven.
Straw, wicker, Use only for short-term heating,
and wood as these materials are flammable.
: Recommended to use
: Use with Caution
: Unsafe to use / Do not use
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cooking
guide
Microwave energy actually penetrates food,
attracted and absorbed by the water, fat, and
sugar 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.

GENERAL MICROWAVE TIPS

Dense foods, such as potatoes, take longer to heat than
lighter foods. Foods with a delicate texture should
be heated at a low power level to prevent them from
becoming tough.
Foods with a non-porous skin such as potatoes or hot
dogs, should be pierced to prevent bursting.
Putting heating oil or fat in the microwave is not
recommended. Fat and oil can suddenly boil over and
cause severe burns.
Some ingredients heat faster than others. For example,
the jelly in a jelly doughnut will be hotter than the
dough. Keep this in mind to avoid burns.
The altitude and the type of cookware you are using
can affect the cooking time. When trying a new recipe,
use the minimum cooking time and check the food
occasionally to prevent overcooking.
Home canning in the microwave oven is not
recommended because not all harmful bacteria may be
destroyed by the microwave heating process.
Although microwaves do not heat the cookware, the
heat from the food is often transferred to the cookware.
Always use pot holders when removing food from the
microwave and instruct children to do the same.
Making candy in the microwave is not recommended as
candy can be heated to very high temperatures. Keep
this in mind to avoid injury.
Cooking techniques
If the oven is set to cook for more than 20
minutes, it will automatically adjust to 70
percent power after 20 minutes to avoid
overcooking.
Stirring
Open the microwave door and stir foods such
as casseroles and vegetables occasionally 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
towards 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
can receive more microwave energy. To prevent
overcooking, place thin or delicate parts towards
the center of the turntable.