Bento boxes are popular for their convenience and practicality, but it is important to know some precautions when heating food. The correct heating method can not only maintain the taste and nutrition of the food, but also help ensure that the lunch box used is safe and harmless.
1. Material selection
Common materials include plastic, stainless steel and glass:
·Plastic lunch box: Make sure to choose plastic products marked with the "microwave safe" label to avoid releasing harmful substances when heated.
·Stainless steel lunch box: Generally not suitable for microwave heating, but safe to use in the oven.
·Glass lunch box: Glass material has good heat resistance and is suitable for microwave and oven heating.
2. Check before heating
·Is there a metal part: If there are metal parts in the lunch box, be sure to remove them to prevent sparks and damage to the equipment.
·Food type: Some foods (such as foods with high fat content) may produce too much steam when heated, causing the container to break.
3. Temperature control
·Uniform heating: It is recommended to spread the food evenly and avoid concentrating it in one place, which can ensure that the food is heated evenly and prevent local overheating.
·Intermittent heating: For large portions of food, you can choose to heat intermittently and stir it during the process to promote even heating.
4. Keep ventilation
·Use a microwave lid: When heating in the microwave, you can use a special microwave lid to prevent food from splashing and allow steam to escape.
·Open the lid: If the lunch box has a lid, you can open it slightly to avoid excessive steam accumulation and accidents.
5. Post-heating processing
·Take out carefully: The heated lunch box may become very hot, please use heat-insulating gloves to take it out carefully to avoid burns.
·Appropriate cooling: Let the lunch box cool slightly before washing to prevent damage due to sudden temperature changes.
The above points are the precautions for lunch boxes when using microwaves. If you have other suggestions or opinions, please contact us to discuss together.
