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Effective and Energy-saving Ways to Use an Induction Cooker at Home

Nowadays, many households are opting for induction cooktops as a replacement for traditional gas stoves. People are interested in finding ways to use this type of stove efficiently and reduce electricity consumption.

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7 December, 2023

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Anh Đặng Trọng Thành, an employee at an electronics and home appliances store in Ho Chi Minh City, shared with Thanh Niên his tips for saving electricity when using induction cookers.

Use suitable pots and pans

Aluminum, clay, and glass pots are not compatible with induction cookers because they are not magnetic. Therefore, users should pay attention to buy pots made of materials such as stainless steel or steel that are suitable for induction cookers. Using suitable pots with good heat conduction will save electricity and cook food faster.

Users should also pay attention to placing the pot correctly on the induction cooker to avoid heat loss. When placed correctly, there is no need to turn the temperature too high.

Use the correct function on the control panel

Mr. Thành advised that when using induction cookers, users should pay attention to turning on the cooking mode correctly. When cooking, users need to carefully observe each symbol and its corresponding description on the cooker to use the functions correctly. Having the habit of using only one function when cooking will consume more energy compared to using the functions programmed by the manufacturer.

Ways to use induction cookers effectively and save electricity in the family - Photo 2. — Using induction cookers correctly helps save electricity

Avoid cooking at high temperatures for too long

When using high heat on an induction cooker, the energy consumption will be higher compared to cooking at low temperatures. Moreover, at high temperatures, more heat will be released outside, leading to energy waste. Setting the highest temperature before adding food can also cause the pot or pan to burn.

Therefore, users should use medium heat level to let the food cook slowly, and reduce the heat to the lowest level once it starts boiling.

Turn off the cooker a few minutes earlier

When the food is cooked, homemakers should turn off the cooker to make use of the remaining heat, helping save electricity for the family.

Regularly clean the cooker

Induction cookers need to be regularly cleaned to remove grease and oil sticking to the glass surface of the cooker, protecting the durability of the glass surface and ensuring the highest efficiency when using the cooker.

Frequently asked questions

Here are some tips: use flat-bottomed cookware with a diameter similar to the cooker’s heating zone, ensure your cookware is properly placed, utilize the cooker’s boost function for quick heating, cook with the lid on, and take advantage of the cooker’s precise temperature control.

Using flat-bottomed cookware ensures maximum contact with the induction cooker’s heating zone, allowing for even heating and efficient energy transfer. Matching the cookware’s diameter to the heating zone size further enhances this efficiency, reducing energy wastage and ensuring faster cooking times.

The boost function is designed to quickly increase the power output, reaching the desired temperature faster. This reduces the overall cooking time, which in turn saves energy. It is particularly useful when you need to bring a pot of water to a rapid boil.

Cooking with the lid on creates a sealed environment, trapping heat and preventing it from escaping. This helps to maintain a consistent temperature and reduces the amount of energy required to maintain the desired heat level. It is especially effective when simmering or boiling for extended periods.

Induction cookers offer precise temperature control, allowing you to set the exact heat level required for your cooking task. This prevents overheating, which wastes energy, and ensures that you use only as much power as needed. It also helps to avoid underheating, eliminating the need for additional energy to correct temperature fluctuations.