Before you pop that quick meal into the microwave, pause and consider what’s on your plate. Some foods don’t just lose flavor or texture when microwaved; they can create a mess, ruin your appliance, or even pose serious health risks. To keep your kitchen safe and your meal enjoyable, here are five foods you should never microwave.
1. Hard‑boiled eggs/raw eggs (in the shell or peeled)
Microwaving hard‑boiled eggs—whether still in the shell or peeled—can be extremely dangerous. According to Tasting Table, as the heat builds, steam pressure accumulates inside the egg with nowhere to escape. The result? A sudden and potentially painful explosion, either inside the microwave or, even worse, in your mouth if you bite into it. Experts strongly advise against this due to both safety hazards and mess potential.
The same disastrous explosion can occur when cooking raw eggs in the microwave, too, explained Dana Murrell, Executive Chef at Green Chef.
“Putting raw eggs in the microwave will likely result in a big mess, as the high temperatures may cause them to explode,” Murrell told Business Insider in 2019. “The taste of eggs cooked in a microwave will also never reach the quality and consistency of using a pan.”
If you want to avoid a complete mess, make sure to reheat cooked eggs only, like a quiche or a frittata, for a tasty meal.
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