Why Put Lemon in the Microwave: A Simple Solution to a Popular Problem

09.02.2025 19:12

Many housewives use a microwave oven as an assistant in the kitchen.

The only downside to this device is that over time it becomes a victim of fatty deposits and unpleasant odors.

If you are looking for an effective and quick way to clean, pay attention to the lemon life hack.

It turns out that this healthy citrus can serve as a powerful cleaning agent, thanks to its acidity. This fruit softens dirt and neutralizes unpleasant odors, making it an ideal candidate for cleaning the microwave.

To clean your microwave with lemon, cut the lemon into several pieces and place it in a bowl filled with 0.5 liters of water.

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Place the plate with lemon in the microwave and turn it on at full power for 3 minutes.

After the signal sounds to warn you that the program has finished, open the door and wait a few minutes.

Once the steam has released, carefully remove the bowl with the lemon (it may be hot) and then use a damp sponge or cloth to wipe the inside of the microwave.

If after the procedure there are still a couple of spots left, you can repeat it again.

By the way, not only lemon, but also, for example, soda can cope with grease and other dirt in the microwave.

Fill a bowl halfway with water, add 3 tablespoons of baking soda and stir, then place the container with the resulting solution in the microwave and let it work for 5 minutes at full power.

Next, you need to follow the same pattern: open the door, release the steam, take out the bowl and wash the microwave.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources

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