Even pierced eggs can explode when cooked in a microwave, they said. The researchers cited a 2001 review of the medical literature that found 13 cases of injuries, mostly burns, from microwaved eggs.

Never cook eggs in their shells in a microwave, Notini warns. Here’s why: When steam builds up inside the shell, the egg may explode. Unshelled nuts and seeds may explode, too.

The microwave, though it’s been around for quite some time now, is still a mystery to many of us. It heats things in a fraction of the time, but sometimes it also makes things explode.

Microwaves are a convenient and quick way to heat food, reheat leftovers, and cook vegetables. It offers a quick and convenient solution for busy lives. However, despite their popularity, microwaves ...

The microwave's energy heats the water inside the egg. However, because the shell is hard and doesn't allow the expanding water vapor to escape easily, pressure builds up inside the egg.

The microwave is a modern kitchen ally, but not all foods are suitable for this heating method. Discover which ones to avoid and why, to ensure the safety of you and your family.

Paramedics treated the woman, aged in her 20s, at her Maryborough home just before 8pm on Thursday after an egg exploded in her microwave. She was taken in a stable condition to Maryborough Base ...