Leave for 2 mins

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When microwaving a ready meal (butter chicken if anyone's interested!) it says "leave for 2 mins after cooking".

Why?

Do you leave it for 2 mins before putting it on a dish? Or just wait 2 mins before eating it?

It is because microwaved food continues cooking for a while after you take it out. I normally let it stand for the specified time before serving.

It’s just to avoid burning your mouth on hot spots as it doesn’t heat evenly.

I never pay any attention and just either blow hard or blame my stupid self if I burn my mouth.

This.

Thank you 🙏🏼🍛

Also some of the plastic trays can be soft and if you pick them up too quickly you might end up with spilt food! A minute or two can let them harden back up a bit.