Let’s be honest. The microwave has a reputation. It’s for reheating pizza that’s gone rubbery. It’s for melting butter in a pinch. It’s definitely not known for turning out a delicate, flaky piece of salmon, right? Well, that reputation is mostly based on overcooking. People nuke fish like it’s a potato, and then wonder why it tastes like a rubber boot. Don’t be that person.
If you treat it with a little respect, the microwave can be a hero on a busy Tuesday. Seriously. You can have a perfectly cooked fillet in about three minutes. That’s faster than your takeout delivery driver can find your apartment. And let’s face it, on some nights, three minutes is all the patience you have.
