A crusty and oily stove burner is a common kitchen problem. Accumulated crust and oil not only make the stove look dirty and unsightly, but can also affect the performance of the stove itself. When crust and oil block the flame or clog the ventilation holes, the cooking process can be disrupted and even pose a fire hazard.
The main cause of crust and oil on the stove burner is spilled food and oil that is not immediately cleaned after cooking. Over time, these food residues will burn and turn into crust that is difficult to remove. The same goes for oil that splashes when frying. If not cleaned immediately, these stains will form a thick, sticky layer and harden.
Cleaning the stove burner from scale and oil requires patience and the right method. Many people use harsh chemical cleaners, but this method can damage the surface of the stove and emit an unpleasant odor. On the other hand, there is a natural method that is safer and more effective, such as that done by Instagram user @euester.vieira. Through one of the videos uploaded, he claimed to be able to clean fat and scale on the stove burner in one wipe.
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As reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @euester.vieira on Wednesday (2/10), the first thing to do is prepare a bucket filled with water. Then put detergent or dishwashing soap into it. Use enough soap to dissolve all the stains stuck to the stove burner.
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Next, stir until the soap dissolves. Then, insert the stove burner that you want to clean. Make sure the stove burner is completely submerged. If so, let it sit for a few hours. The longer it is soaked, the easier it will be to remove grease and crust stains.
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Now, if it has been soaked, lift the stove burner. The crust and fat on the stove burner will become soft. In one wipe, the stain can be easily removed. However, for maximum cleaning, you can scrub it with an old toothbrush. Do this process until all stains are completely gone.
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The last step, don't forget to rinse the stove burner until clean. Then dry it first. Then install the stove burner on the stove body as usual. Guaranteed, a shiny stove burner will make the cooking process easier and faster. In addition to cleaning, you also need to maintain the stove burner so that it lasts longer. To prevent scale and oil from building up, regular cleaning is very important. Cleaning the stove burner every time you finish using it can prevent buildup that is difficult to remove later. By maintaining cleanliness regularly, not only will the appearance of the stove be maintained, but its performance will also remain optimal and safe for long-term use.