Danger in the kitchen: see foods that explode and can cause accidents

Everyone knows that the kitchen has some risks of explosions, such as pressure cookers and gas leaks. However, did you know that some foods can also explode and cause skin burns? It's true, and in this article we separate some food that explodes in the microwave, to ensure greater safety for you and your family.

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Avoid putting these foods in the microwave

Indeed, most Brazilian homes have a microwave that is used very frequently to heat food quickly. This appliance works by stirring water molecules in food and making them heat up. Consequently, this activity brings greater instability to the food, which can end up exploding on certain occasions.

Therefore, some foods are not indicated to be heated in the microwave. Check out what they are below:

• Meat

Unfortunately, meats are a big risk for anyone who uses the microwave to heat up meals. The great danger of this food is the amount of fat contained in it, which, when very hot, can cause explosions. Also, these foods contain a lot of water or sauces, which increases the chances of this problem happening.

• dark green leaves

Leaves such as cabbage, spinach, watercress and arugula have a great potential to cause accidents when heated in the microwave. Some scientists explain this phenomenon due to the large amount of iron contained in these sheets, which, when heated, can even generate sparks and damage the appliance.

• Eggs

Eggs are among the most consumed foods in homes and can be prepared in different ways. However, the microwave is not a good option for this, especially when they are cooked with the shell. That's because the egg is heating up and shaking for a long time inside the shell, and when it comes into contact with the cold air, it can explode.

So, be very careful before putting food in the microwave to heat, and choose to heat it on the stove whenever possible.