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IKEA PRUTA microwave reheating: leave the lid ajar for steam

IKEA PRUTA 0.6 L (605.971.05) is labeled microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe, but the lid must remain ajar while reheating so steam can escape. Follow model-specific directions and take care with hot food.

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Not every plastic container is microwave-safe. IKEA Korea labels the blue 0.6 L PRUTA (605.971.05) microwave-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe and tells users to leave the lid ajar during reheating. Do not extend this permission to unrelated plastic lids or models.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Read the bottom or packaging for the precise model—such as PRUTA 0.6 L (605.971.05)—and confirm its microwave-safe label.
Inspect the container and lid for cracks, warping or damage before filling. Do not use a damaged container.
When reheating food, do not seal the lid tightly: leave one edge slightly open for steam to escape.
Use heating times appropriate for the type and amount of food; remember that steam and hot contents can cause burns.
Remove the hot container cautiously and lift the lid away from your face to avoid escaping steam.
Allow it to cool and clean according to its care label. This model is also marked dishwasher- and freezer-safe, but other containers have different instructions.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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