5 recipes you can make in the microwave

Do you remember when microwave mug cakes took over social media and these small and practical dessert recipes encouraged us to make the most of (and maybe even lose the fear of) this basic kitchen appliance?With this little article, we want to help you keep doing it because not only are mug desserts possible, but cooking in the microwave could allow you to make everything from tamales to lasagna quickly and very easily too. Here, we will not only list the recipes you can make in the microwave to save steps and time in the kitchen, but also our head chef will give you her best tips to ensure they turn out great on the first try. Check the power of your microwave, as this will determine the times.Always use cling film so that the food does not dry out or a microwave-safe lid.Cooking in time intervals will allow you to control the evaporation of liquids. Remember that the time in the recipes is always approximate and will depend on the power of your microwave.Make sure the utensils you use are microwave-safe and preferably made of glass, as this will help maintain the flavors better.When making bread in the microwave, the time needs to be more exact, and the power should be lower, so that the dough does not dry out, plus the bread should be eaten the same day.LasagnaLasagna is one of those dishes you would never imagine you could make in an hour, but thanks to the microwave, it is possible. The cooking time is only 8 minutes, and Yamilette González, chef coordinator at Kiwilimón, encourages you to prepare it without fear of it drying out, as she points out that it is unlikely to happen due to the moisture of the ingredients. See the recipe here.TamalesIf you have already read all about how to make masa for tamales and you are ready to make them for the first time, give them a chance and just 10 minutes of your time to cook them in the microwave. The trick with tamales is to arrange them well, without stacking them, and cover the dish with plastic to keep the steam from the masa, the best part is that you won’t need to add water.RiceRice is notorious for being complex, but maybe you just didn’t know how to do it in the microwave. To have ready Mexican-style rice in the easiest way you will find, you just need to blend tomato, onion, garlic, season with salt, and then pour this mixture over the rice and put it in the microwave, take it out, stir, and give it a few more minutes. Your microwave rice is ready.Cinnamon RollsImagine having homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast. If baking seemed too advanced, when you see that you can make cinnamon rolls in the microwave (see the recipe here) you will finally lose the fear. This recipe takes resting time, but the cooking in the microwave will only take you 4 minutes, so don’t hesitate to try it.FlanMaking flan in the microwave is something you will really love because it only involves blending the ingredients and then giving it a few spins in the microwave, without the need for a water bath. With all the recipes you make in the microwave, it is important to keep in mind the power of the one you have at home, but especially with flan, it is best to do it in 30-second intervals to have control over the cooking of the egg.