Gas stoves can be difficult to clean when pots and pans become blackened. However, there are certain factors that contribute to the quick discoloration of cookware. By addressing these issues, you can prevent your pots and pans from becoming blackened as frequently.
These tips can help you avoid blackened pots when using a gas stove. (Photo: Istock)
Tips to Avoid Blackened Pots When Using a Gas Stove
The bottom of pots can quickly become blackened if they are not cleaned thoroughly before and after use. When cooking, oils, seasonings, salts, and sauces can spill or burn onto the edges and bottom of the pot.
Failure to clean pots properly and continued use without cleaning will result in burnt residues that become progressively harder to clean, leading to blackened pots and compromised food quality. To avoid this, thoroughly clean pots before and after cooking.
A weak flame can also contribute to the quick blackening of pots. This can be caused by gas running out or low-quality gas. To address this issue, check your family’s gas cylinder and replace it if necessary. Choose trusted suppliers for high-quality gas cylinders.
Obstructed ventilation choices on the gas stove can cause a lack of oxygen, resulting in a sooty flame and blackened pots. Adjust the ventilation choices by turning it from off to on until it switches to green.
A clogged fire outlet is another reason for a red flame and blackened pots. This occurs when the stove is not properly cleaned, causing residue to stick to the gas nozzles during the boiling process. To fix this, remove the stove cover, use a needle and brush to clean the fire outlet, and reinstall it correctly.
If you have tried all the above methods and the gas stove is still producing a sooty flame, there may be a fault with the gas regulator. In this case, if you are not knowledgeable about gas stove operation, it is advisable to call a technician for inspection and repairs.
Therefore, identifying the root cause and addressing the sooty flame issue is essential.
Tips to Remove Rust on Gas Stoves
Gas stoves that have been in use for a long time may develop rust stains. You can remove these stains using the following methods.
– Squeeze a lemon to obtain lemon juice. Soak a towel in the lemon juice and directly wipe it on the rust stains. Allow it to sit for about 10-15 minutes, then wipe the stove again. The acid in the lemon can effectively remove rust stains.
– Dissolve a small amount of baking soda with water in a 1:1 ratio to form a paste. Apply this mixture to the rust stains, scrub with aluminum foil, and finally rinse with clean water. Baking soda is effective in removing rust stains.
– Mix vinegar with clean water in a 1:2 ratio, shake well and spray this mixture on the rust stains. Allow it to sit for a while, then scrub.
– Close the gas valve and soak the gas stove knob in boiling water mixed with a little dish soap. After 15 minutes, you can wash the knob and rinse it with clean water.