Rules for sterilizing cans in a dishwasher, is it possible
Not all housewives know that cans for blanks can be sterilized in a dishwasher. The canning process is protracted, since you have to sterilize the container using the old methods - in the oven or over water vapor. In a dishwasher, processing cans is much faster, the device copes with this task more efficiently. Let's figure out how to properly sterilize cans in the dishwasher.
Can jars be sterilized in the dishwasher?
For those who like to make blanks, processing cans is considered the most tedious task, since you have to constantly monitor it. Glass jars in the dishwasher can be not only washed, but also sterilized.
Several major manufacturers have provided and incorporated sterilization into their equipment. The machines work easily and easily. It is enough to load the container, select the appropriate mode and press the start button. But there are not many such models on the market.
Which dishwashers are suitable?
It is worth remembering that the successful process of sterilizing cans directly depends on the software of the machine. The Bosch dishwasher is capable of washing at temperatures up to 80 degrees. This technique is great for sterilizing cans.
But not all machines have this functionality. Typically, other dishwashers heat the water up to 60 degrees, which is not enough to sterilize.
It's easy to check - you need to open the instructions and check the water heating temperature. If the equipment washes from 70 degrees or more, then you can put the cans in the basket. If the water heating temperature is lower by 10 degrees or more, other sterilization methods must be used.
On the market you can find dishwashers with a built-in container sterilization function. They have it written right in the instructions: this type of technique can disinfect glass containers and other utensils for people prone to allergic reactions. It is rare to see such a specimen on the Russian market.
Pros and cons of this method
The dishwasher method is considered innovative. Highlight the positive and negative aspects of its application.
Pros:
- banks are completely disinfected, so conservation survives the winter perfectly;
- sterilization of containers takes place without human intervention. There is no need to use manual labor or watch how the process proceeds. While the containers are warming up, you can freely do your personal business;
- the machine includes a large number of cans that are processed simultaneously;
- respect for dishes;
- some machines have a UV treatment function.
However, the method also has disadvantages:
- time spent. If the hostess needs to sterilize up to 10 cans, then it is better to use the old proven method. This way you can spend much less time. The method of processing in the machine is especially good if a large number of containers are required to sterilize;
- it is not possible to implement the idea in every car;
- it is impossible to sterilize the dishes if you make preparations in the country.
There are many more pluses than minuses. But, despite this, this method of processing cans is not suitable for every housewife.
How to sterilize jars in the dishwasher?
The main advantage of using this method is that you do not need to additionally rinse the jars with soap and rinse them thoroughly under running water. You just need to rinse them before installing them in the car. Let's figure out how to properly sterilize glass jars in the dishwasher:
- Study the instructions for the dishwasher in detail. The main thing is that the sterilization function is present in the list.
- Rinse the jars.
- Load into the dishwasher. Press the button.
- Wait until the machine has finished working and carefully unload the dishes on a clean towel.
Is it worth controlling it during the process?
Despite the fact that most manufacturers of kitchen appliances insist that there is no need to observe the sterilization process, the reviews say the opposite. Some housewives say that you cannot leave the car.
In this case, the question arises: why sit next to the dishwasher if the whole process is offline? It is better to devote this time to preparing vegetables or preparing a salad for the winter. There is no need to monitor the sterilization progress.
