Sterilization - mandatory heat treatment of containers for jam, pickles and other preparations. This procedure can be carried out using a microwave. Thanks to this treatment, all preservation will be stored for a long time and will not deteriorate.
You will need
- - cans for conservation
- - microwave
Instruction manual
1
Before sterilization, carefully inspect selected containers. On banks there should not be labels, and also elements from material which can melt or burn. The surface of the containers should be flat and not contain chips or cracks. Banks must be absolutely clean.
2
Place several cans (depending on their size) in the microwave. Leave room for a special container in which to pour water. It can be a plate, glass or mug. Pay attention to the material of which the container is made. Crockery must comply with the general rules for using microwave ovens. The heat treatment process should last no more than three minutes.
3
Water can be poured into the banks themselves. The liquid level should not exceed 1 cm. The containers are also sterilized for three minutes. The water will boil, and the steam will reliably treat the surface of the cans.
4
If the jar does not fit in the microwave, you can put it on its side. Only in this case, it is necessary to pour a small amount of liquid into it. Otherwise, the container may burst.
5
Using a microwave, you can sterilize jars filled with blanks. In this case, additional water tanks are not required. Simply put the cans in the microwave and bring the ingredients to a boil. Then quickly remove the containers from the oven and roll up the lids.
