7 Tips To Follow While Baking In The Microwave 

By Bornika Das

February 18, 2024

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Baking is a cooking technique that is used to cook a variety of delicacies like cakes, brownies, cookies and pastries. Nowadays, people opt to bake in the microwave which has become an easy and efficient process. It is important to follow certain instructions to ensure safe cooking. Here are some tips that need to be kept in mind. 

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Use Microwave Safe Cookware 

It is important to use microwave safe dishes for baking in the microwave. Ceramic and glass dishes are safe for baking in the microwave. 

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Rotate The Dish

To ensure even cooking on all sides, it is important to rotate the food halfway. 

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Fix The Temperature 

It is recommended to fix moderate temperature for baking in the microwave to avoid overcooking. 

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Clean The Microwave And Baking Tray

Before baking ensure that the interior surface of the microwave such as the baking tray is clean. 

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Avoid Overheating 

Do not bake the dishes for too long as overheating can damage the preparation and flavour of the dish. 

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Pre Heating 

It is important to pre-heat the microwave to a moderate temperature for some time before baking. 

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Cover The Food

Use microwave safe lid such as plastic wrap, parchment paper, and paper towel to cover the dishes.

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