Storing Metal Tools
For metal objects like knives, scissors, pliers, and screwdrivers, instead of placing them on a shelf or in a box, you can stick them into a tube filled with rice.
Rice will help prevent your tools from rusting.
Testing the Heat of Oil
When checking if oil is hot enough for frying, instead of using a wooden chopstick, try dropping a few grains of rice into the pan. The rice will tell you if the oil is hot enough; when you see tiny bubbles forming around the rice, the oil is ready.
This method is safer than using a chopstick, especially if it’s damp, as it can cause the oil to splatter.
Cleaning Glass Bottles and Jars
It can be tricky to clean the bottom of narrow-necked bottles and jars. Simply put a small handful of rice inside, add about two-thirds of water, secure the lid, and shake vigorously.
Similarly, for appliances like coffee grinders, add a few grains of rice and grind them. The rice will help clean the machine and keep the blades sharp.
Saving Wet Electronics
Rice is a great moisture absorber. If your phone or laptop gets wet, wipe off any visible moisture, disassemble the device if possible, and bury it in a container of rice. The rice will quickly absorb moisture and help prevent damage to internal components.
Making Air Fresheners
Mix ½ cup of rice with 20-30 drops of essential oil, and place the mixture into small cloth bags. Hang these bags around your home for natural air fresheners. When the scent fades, simply add more oil and give it a stir.
Rice has so many uses beyond the kitchen! Its absorbency keeps tools rust-free and saves wet electronics, while its ability to release starch helps clean narrow-necked bottles and keep grinder blades sharp.
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