Why do some foods explode in the microwave?
Chef's answer
When food is cooked or microwaved in a microwave the heat energy heats the molecules on the surface of the food as well as inside the food. The molecules on the surface expand and the energy is released outside but the molecules of food inside expand but cannot release the energy and hence explode..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Perishable foods should never be thawed on the counter or in hot water and must not be left at room temperature for more than two hours. There are safe ways to thaw food: in the refrigerator, in cold water, and in the microwave.
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The process of cooking food breaks down some of its fibers and plant cell walls, making it easier for the body to digest and absorb the nutrients ( 17 ). Cooking also generally improves the taste and aroma of food, which makes it much more enjoyable to eat.
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Wrong, wrong and wrong. Because frozen food could warm up unevenly, allowing germs to grow, thawing food is a major food safety risk.
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When reheating cooked rice, make sure it is steaming hot all the way through ( 19 ). Rice is a high-risk food due to Bacillus cereus. Spores of this bacterium can live in uncooked rice, and can grow and multiply once rice is cooked.
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the container is leaking, bulging, or swollen.
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Red Wine. Red wine like Pinot Noir, Merlot or Zinfandel call for fish like salmon or tuna. The fruitiness and fresh taste of the wine is a great complement and tones down the "fishiness" of salmon and tuna getting too carried away. They also play well with the aromas and texture of the fish..
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Shellfish such as clams, mussels, oysters and scallops also carry a risk of food poisoning. Algae that are consumed by shellfish produce many toxins, and these can build up in the flesh of shellfish, posing danger to humans when they consume the shellfish ( 17 ). Store-bought shellfish are usually safe to eat.
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