Can I microwave it as to steam sanitize it?
580233
I don't have the packaging anymore to confirm, but I think it said that you could NOT steam sterilize it. It is top dishwasher safe though.
2237968
I wouldn't. Might negatively affect the seal on the steam cavity. But it is easy to clean by just washing.
127332
You can heat it in the microwave, but you want to remove the lid immediately afterward or the pressure will draw the lid down in tight and be really hard to remove. It is silicone, so it is microwave safe. the lid will not be hot either, but the food/steam will be! Hope this helps.
1642005
I take it out the night before so it thaws in the fridge. Shouldn't microwave it cuz it may cause hot spots.
108235
It doesn't state on the box that you can use in the microwave, so I would not. However, I have always used very hot water and alcohol wipes or cotton ball and alcohol to sanitize. You can also boil water and place Neti in a larger pot and pour the boiling water in it and on it to sanitize.
1020086
Use it with a microwave safe dish or bowl.Better yet, buy a 100% silicon veggie steamer unit complete with a bowl, strainer basket, and a cover. I bought one for about $12.
1020084
Use it with a microwave safe dish or bowl. Better yet, buy a 100% silicon veggie steamer unit complete with a bowl, strainer basket, and a cover. I bought one for about $12.
563052
I've never used it in a steamer, but it's made of nylon, so I wouldn't use it with heat. If you can find a cotton one, that would be safe for a steamer. I'd be worried about this one melting or leaching chemicals into whatever you're making with it.
428777
Steam water and clean with a cloth while still hot. Old restaurant trick...
1069126
I have not used it for that yet but I see no reason why you couldn't based on my 2 month useage of the steamer. You just take the basket out and heat the food up. I would not hesitate to use it for that. I have a Pampered Chef microwave cooker a friend gave me so I use that. So, I would indeed use it for that but I have not yet. That is all I got.
1081834
I dont think I would try microwaving it. It could melt. To sanitize mine, I get a cup of rubbing alcohol and mix some water in there with it, and then I let the tongue cleaner soak in that overnight. And then in the morning, I wash it with dish detergent so it wont taste like alcohol and im good to go :)
2011368
I prefer not to. You can't sterilize them. Can't remember if you can steam sterilize though. the spoons are plastic although they are soft. still, i bought silicone tipped spoons and rubber spoons for my baby because he chews on them. i didnt feel comfortable with the plastic. plus, you can sterilize it if it's silicone tipped. i saved mine for future use. im sure he will appreciate the colors better when hes a bit older or has teeth already.
1557937
No. You would use one of these to clean whatever before you steam sterilize.
1740894
No. It should be treated the same as any microwave-safe plastic container. It is very easy to hand wash. I have 2 and use them for a variety of foods, especially Chinese cuisine where I have several dishes like spring/egg rolls, fried rice and a stir fry entrée. Well worth the price.
989122
I put mine in microwave with steamer for six minutes. Comes out very nice !
2073213
It can be sterilized with steam, boiling water or in microwavable steam bag.
1006764
All the previous answers are correct. Also, we recommend to sanitize the sponge once every two weeks. To sanitize the sponge, place the sponge in a bowl of water and microwave it in a normal setting for 1:30 minute.