Why the metal part of this cooker can be put in microwave? I thought "NO METAL IS ALLOWED" in microwave?
1573251
As long as it's thoroughly covered with a non-metal, non-porous, 100% opaque substance. If you've ever bought a microwavable pot pie, there is metal in the cooking tray which helps brown the crust. It is fully covered in the box.
1573252
As long as all parts are snapped together it is safe. No inside parts are exposed.
1573253
I'd like to add - if you're using metal with more than a single piece in the microwave, be sure to keep any separate pieces apart from each other. Just like the food, the energy will actually start making sparks if the metal pieces, or even pieces of food, are close together. (you may have noticed what happens if two hot dogs or some other food are about 1/16 in (1 mm) apart - don't leave the oven on for more than a second or two after the sparks start, or they'll be fairly ruined)
1573254
I was terrified also, but it works perfectly. I am thrilled with mine (and have been for more than 10 years). Even the freshest of eggs can be hard-boiled then peeled. Just be sure you have the proper amount of water and that the plastic covers the metal. It is truly a "Gimmick" which Works! hoorah!
846921
No this is metal and can not go into a regular microwave. I got it for my counter over, the Galloping Gourmet oven which is a convection type oven. DO NOT USE IN A MICROWAVE.
909878
Yes, it is microwave-safe! I have used it to make my microwave version of Briyani Dum Rice, and it turns out awesome every single time - but of course some of the items are prepared half-cooked first and such. You can also cook stews and boil pasta/potatoes too.
2230323
It is not meant to be used with the electric rice cooker. You have to use it in the microwave.
1390275
I want to say tin.. I don't think you can put it in a microwave. I think from china/hong kong area.
1504072
When you are in convection mode, you may use metalware. However, if you go into the microwave mode at any time you may not use metal. This is a great oven and I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. We had a smaller version of this model and we used it for over 12 years until it broke. They don't make that model anymore.and we got this new one. I wouldn't have any other oven.
1651574
Will the turn table turn? If so, it probably will be fine, but if the turn table doesn't move, I would not use it in the microwave. Does what you are cooking have to be put in the microwave? I know it is quicker. Hope I helped. I actually bought the cooker for my daughter, have used it in the oven and loved it.
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I went back to the cupboard to give this pot a "going over" to see if anything would be wrong with putting it in the oven. I do not see anything that would prohibit oven use, if the oven is large enough. There are no pieces on the pot or lid which should melt at temperature. Handle for the lid is made from tubular(or solid) steel, as is the pot handles. The reinforcing band around the pot at the handle area looks to be steel. I bought mine for cooking pasta and for stocks (on the top burners), and I am very pleased so far. I would not hesitate to try the oven, if needed. There are no plastic or poly parts on the pot that I can see. I went back to the cupboard to give this pot a "going over" to see if anything would be wrong with putting it in the oven. I do not see anything that would prohibit oven use, if the oven is large enough. There are no pieces on the pot or lid which should melt at temperature. Handle for the lid is made from tubular(or solid) steel, as is the pot handles. The reinforcing band around the pot at the handle area looks to be steel. I bought mine for cooking pasta and for stocks (on the top burners), and I am very pleased so far. I would not hesitate to try the oven, if needed. There are... » Read More I went back to the cupboard to give this pot a "going over" to see if anything would be wrong with putting it in the oven. I do not see anything that would prohibit oven use, if the oven is large enough. There are no pieces on the pot or lid which should melt at temperature. Handle for the lid is made from tubular(or solid) steel, as is the pot handles. The reinforcing band around the pot at the handle area looks to be steel. I bought mine for cooking pasta and for stocks (on the top burners), and I am very pleased so far. I would not hesitate to try the oven, if needed. There are no plastic or poly parts on the pot that I can see. « Show Less
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I gave this to my daughter for my grandson and he has used it so in the microwave so I do not think there is metal
1481893
Yes. I put mine in the oven all the time. All the parts are metal and I've never had an issue.
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I guess you can steam in the pressure cooker but timing will be VERY tricky in my opinion. Use a covered Corningware in your microwave preferably.
1884234
No you cannot bake in these pots because the plastic will melt. You cannot microwave because there is metal inside that helps keeps the items warm. You cannot put metal in a microwave.
187504
Per the limited instruction you can not use this in a microwave, or grill. Slowcookers/crockpots were not mentioned on the site.
2156690
the rim is metal, so cannot be used in microwave. i love the lid because it is heavy and allows me to use my pressure cooker for just cooking.
336341
Yes, that's how I used mine. It's definitely NOT for use in a microwave, though.
1210169
The outside of the cooker is aluminum, but you actually cook in the stoneware insert. Unlike metal, stoneware evens out the heat so that there are no hot spots. I believe you are only supposed to cook using the insert. When I need to brown meat or vegetables I do so in a frying pan, then use some of the liquid from the recipe to loosen up the brown bits left in the bottom of the pan. I then pour it into the insert along with the rest of the liquid(s) called for.
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Why, are you working on some kind of Frankenferter??? If your asking if it can be used in the Microwave the answer is no.