'Do not do this': Experts warn this internet cooking 'hack' is dangerous

With the rise of content platforms like YouTube and TikTok, we're seeing more and more people using social media to share their creative talents with the world.

We here at the SDC are all for this sharing of knowledge because let's face it – we can all learn a thing or two from one another! After all, there's nothing like learning from someone passionate and excited about their craft.



However, as much as we enjoy seeing other people's content, we also have to admit that not everything on social media is trustworthy. Just because someone has a large following or seems to know what they're talking about doesn't mean that everything they post should be taken at face value.

This is especially true when it comes to cooking videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. While there are some fantastic cooks out there sharing amazing recipes (like this one for beer-battered olives… yum!), there are also those who post dangerous content without any regard for safety.


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On TikTok, people are sharing a 'hack' for cooking steak that could be dangerous. Credit: Pexels/Lukas.



One recent example of this is a new trend that has been circulating on TikTok in which home cooks place raw steaks into a toaster to cook them quickly and easily.

Yes – you read that correctly; people are putting meat into a toaster in an attempt to make dinner! We don't know about you, but this just seems downright strange to us…



The idea was first shared by someone on TikTok, who posted a video of herself placing two slabs of uncooked meat into a toaster. After pressing the toaster on, the video cuts to the TikTok user removing the cooked steak with her tongs and placing it on a plate.

The video has since gone viral with more than 1.2 million views; however, experts warn that the cooking method could pose a serious fire risk. Sharing the TikTok video on their Twitter account, the London Fire Brigade warned social media users to steer clear of the trend.



Many Twitter users responding to the video were shocked at what they saw. One person even went as far as calling it a video on 'How to burn your house down'.

'You must be joking. I can't believe anyone would really do that!' said another, while a third went on to add: 'Anyone that would even consider doing this has rocks for brains…'

Others, though, found the humour in the potentially dangerous footage, with one person joking: 'My toaster doesn't even toast bread very well. I imagine the steak would still be mooing if I tried that.'



Members, while we understand that everyone's time is precious and that we all want to find new and innovative ways to save time in the kitchen, we urge you to be extra careful when it comes to trying new cooking methods.

If something seems too good to be true or just plain dangerous, it probably is! There's no need to put yourself at risk in the name of convenience. After all, your safety is always more important than a quick meal.
Tip
The best, easiest, and most importantly, safest way to cook a steak is still the traditional way, which is on a pan. If you're looking for a guide on how to do just that, feel free to check out one of our previous articles.
Do you know of any other so-called cooking 'hacks' that you've seen on the internet that seem more like hazards than helpful advice? We'd love to hear from you in the comments!
 
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I had a George Forman vertical grill and it was more of a hassle to clean than a fry pan, but it was mainly marketed for cooking the fat out of meat, and for a healthier type of grilled meat.
I had one and gave it away . The one I had before that was a rectangle one that you placed the grill rack in from the top
 
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With the rise of content platforms like YouTube and TikTok, we're seeing more and more people using social media to share their creative talents with the world.

We here at the SDC are all for this sharing of knowledge because let's face it – we can all learn a thing or two from one another! After all, there's nothing like learning from someone passionate and excited about their craft.



However, as much as we enjoy seeing other people's content, we also have to admit that not everything on social media is trustworthy. Just because someone has a large following or seems to know what they're talking about doesn't mean that everything they post should be taken at face value.

This is especially true when it comes to cooking videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. While there are some fantastic cooks out there sharing amazing recipes (like this one for beer-battered olives… yum!), there are also those who post dangerous content without any regard for safety.


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On TikTok, people are sharing a 'hack' for cooking steak that could be dangerous. Credit: Pexels/Lukas.



One recent example of this is a new trend that has been circulating on TikTok in which home cooks place raw steaks into a toaster to cook them quickly and easily.

Yes – you read that correctly; people are putting meat into a toaster in an attempt to make dinner! We don't know about you, but this just seems downright strange to us…



The idea was first shared by someone on TikTok, who posted a video of herself placing two slabs of uncooked meat into a toaster. After pressing the toaster on, the video cuts to the TikTok user removing the cooked steak with her tongs and placing it on a plate.

The video has since gone viral with more than 1.2 million views; however, experts warn that the cooking method could pose a serious fire risk. Sharing the TikTok video on their Twitter account, the London Fire Brigade warned social media users to steer clear of the trend.



Many Twitter users responding to the video were shocked at what they saw. One person even went as far as calling it a video on 'How to burn your house down'.

'You must be joking. I can't believe anyone would really do that!' said another, while a third went on to add: 'Anyone that would even consider doing this has rocks for brains…'

Others, though, found the humour in the potentially dangerous footage, with one person joking: 'My toaster doesn't even toast bread very well. I imagine the steak would still be mooing if I tried that.'



Members, while we understand that everyone's time is precious and that we all want to find new and innovative ways to save time in the kitchen, we urge you to be extra careful when it comes to trying new cooking methods.

If something seems too good to be true or just plain dangerous, it probably is! There's no need to put yourself at risk in the name of convenience. After all, your safety is always more important than a quick meal.
Tip
The best, easiest, and most importantly, safest way to cook a steak is still the traditional way, which is on a pan. If you're looking for a guide on how to do just that, feel free to check out one of our previous articles.
Do you know of any other so-called cooking 'hacks' that you've seen on the internet that seem more like hazards than helpful advice? We'd love to hear from you in the comments!

It seems that the person is trying to emulate the old vertical grill. I used to have one in the '80's and it was great.
 
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With the rise of content platforms like YouTube and TikTok, we're seeing more and more people using social media to share their creative talents with the world.

We here at the SDC are all for this sharing of knowledge because let's face it – we can all learn a thing or two from one another! After all, there's nothing like learning from someone passionate and excited about their craft.



However, as much as we enjoy seeing other people's content, we also have to admit that not everything on social media is trustworthy. Just because someone has a large following or seems to know what they're talking about doesn't mean that everything they post should be taken at face value.

This is especially true when it comes to cooking videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. While there are some fantastic cooks out there sharing amazing recipes (like this one for beer-battered olives… yum!), there are also those who post dangerous content without any regard for safety.


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On TikTok, people are sharing a 'hack' for cooking steak that could be dangerous. Credit: Pexels/Lukas.



One recent example of this is a new trend that has been circulating on TikTok in which home cooks place raw steaks into a toaster to cook them quickly and easily.

Yes – you read that correctly; people are putting meat into a toaster in an attempt to make dinner! We don't know about you, but this just seems downright strange to us…



The idea was first shared by someone on TikTok, who posted a video of herself placing two slabs of uncooked meat into a toaster. After pressing the toaster on, the video cuts to the TikTok user removing the cooked steak with her tongs and placing it on a plate.

The video has since gone viral with more than 1.2 million views; however, experts warn that the cooking method could pose a serious fire risk. Sharing the TikTok video on their Twitter account, the London Fire Brigade warned social media users to steer clear of the trend.



Many Twitter users responding to the video were shocked at what they saw. One person even went as far as calling it a video on 'How to burn your house down'.

'You must be joking. I can't believe anyone would really do that!' said another, while a third went on to add: 'Anyone that would even consider doing this has rocks for brains…'

Others, though, found the humour in the potentially dangerous footage, with one person joking: 'My toaster doesn't even toast bread very well. I imagine the steak would still be mooing if I tried that.'



Members, while we understand that everyone's time is precious and that we all want to find new and innovative ways to save time in the kitchen, we urge you to be extra careful when it comes to trying new cooking methods.

If something seems too good to be true or just plain dangerous, it probably is! There's no need to put yourself at risk in the name of convenience. After all, your safety is always more important than a quick meal.
Tip
The best, easiest, and most importantly, safest way to cook a steak is still the traditional way, which is on a pan. If you're looking for a guide on how to do just that, feel free to check out one of our previous articles.
Do you know of any other so-called cooking 'hacks' that you've seen on the internet that seem more like hazards than helpful advice? We'd love to hear from you in the comments!

that is a FALSE VIDEO.... its a sham the steak was never cooked fully in the toaster and anyone who thinks it was is a total idiot moron..... wake up dipshits
 
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Just another reason to get off social media. The likes of TikTok, Farcebook and all the other platforms like that which are a social cancer that degrades the human spirit and creates jealousy, stress, depression and, as in that post, danger to your life.
Morons that put steaks in toasters must have an IQ that is somewhat smaller than their shoe size.
 
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that is a FALSE VIDEO.... its a sham the steak was never cooked fully in the toaster and anyone who thinks it was is a total idiot moron..... wake up dipshits
Unfortunately there are a lot of dipshits in this world. Just look at the UN, EU and the WEF., These organisations are full of un elected DIPSHITS!!
 
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With the rise of content platforms like YouTube and TikTok, we're seeing more and more people using social media to share their creative talents with the world.

We here at the SDC are all for this sharing of knowledge because let's face it – we can all learn a thing or two from one another! After all, there's nothing like learning from someone passionate and excited about their craft.



However, as much as we enjoy seeing other people's content, we also have to admit that not everything on social media is trustworthy. Just because someone has a large following or seems to know what they're talking about doesn't mean that everything they post should be taken at face value.

This is especially true when it comes to cooking videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. While there are some fantastic cooks out there sharing amazing recipes (like this one for beer-battered olives… yum!), there are also those who post dangerous content without any regard for safety.


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On TikTok, people are sharing a 'hack' for cooking steak that could be dangerous. Credit: Pexels/Lukas.



One recent example of this is a new trend that has been circulating on TikTok in which home cooks place raw steaks into a toaster to cook them quickly and easily.

Yes – you read that correctly; people are putting meat into a toaster in an attempt to make dinner! We don't know about you, but this just seems downright strange to us…



The idea was first shared by someone on TikTok, who posted a video of herself placing two slabs of uncooked meat into a toaster. After pressing the toaster on, the video cuts to the TikTok user removing the cooked steak with her tongs and placing it on a plate.

The video has since gone viral with more than 1.2 million views; however, experts warn that the cooking method could pose a serious fire risk. Sharing the TikTok video on their Twitter account, the London Fire Brigade warned social media users to steer clear of the trend.



Many Twitter users responding to the video were shocked at what they saw. One person even went as far as calling it a video on 'How to burn your house down'.

'You must be joking. I can't believe anyone would really do that!' said another, while a third went on to add: 'Anyone that would even consider doing this has rocks for brains…'

Others, though, found the humour in the potentially dangerous footage, with one person joking: 'My toaster doesn't even toast bread very well. I imagine the steak would still be mooing if I tried that.'



Members, while we understand that everyone's time is precious and that we all want to find new and innovative ways to save time in the kitchen, we urge you to be extra careful when it comes to trying new cooking methods.

If something seems too good to be true or just plain dangerous, it probably is! There's no need to put yourself at risk in the name of convenience. After all, your safety is always more important than a quick meal.
Tip
The best, easiest, and most importantly, safest way to cook a steak is still the traditional way, which is on a pan. If you're looking for a guide on how to do just that, feel free to check out one of our previous articles.
Do you know of any other so-called cooking 'hacks' that you've seen on the internet that seem more like hazards than helpful advice? We'd love to hear from you in the comments!

I've seen some stupidity in kitchens, but that has to take the cake.
 
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Just another reason to get off social media. The likes of TikTok, Farcebook and all the other platforms like that which are a social cancer that degrades the human spirit and creates jealousy, stress, depression and, as in that post, danger to your life.
Morons that put steaks in toasters must have an IQ that is somewhat smaller than their shoe size.
I'm a male and would suggest their IQ would equate to the number of balls I have?
 
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