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If you're using induction or infrared stoves and still don't find them convenient or cost-effective compared to gas stoves, it might be because you're still making these common mistakes in your kitchen. Let's find out!
1. AVOID THESE COMMON MISTAKES WHEN USING YOUR STOVE AGAIN
If you're using induction or infrared stoves and still don't find them convenient or cost-effective compared to gas stoves, it might be because you're still making these common mistakes in your kitchen. Let's find out!
Mistake 01: Forget to turn on the exhaust fan while cooking
Forgetting to turn on the exhaust fan or turning it on after finishing cooking not only lets the smell linger in your house but also doesn't maximize the effectiveness of the fan. Therefore, turn on the exhaust fan after about 3-5 minutes of cooking to ensure complete air purification in your home.
Mistake 02: Keeping spices too close to the stove
Organizing spices near the stove can make cooking more convenient and faster. However, because they're close to a high-temperature and humid area, it can alter their flavors. It's better to keep spices in dry, cool places or switch to using induction stoves since they don't radiate heat while cooking.
Mistake 03: Not turning off the stove early
For infrared stoves, the heat continues to emit a few minutes after turning off the power, enough to finish cooking your dish. So, when your dish is almost ready, turn off the stove a few minutes early to save energy and ensure the food isn't burnt or overcooked.
Mistake 04: Unplugging immediately after cooking
Another electrical mistake is unplugging immediately after cooking to save energy. However, this can damage the stove by slowing down the cooling process due to the cooling fan not working anymore. Wait until you don't hear the cooling fan running before turning off the stove.
Mistake 05: Waiting for oil to smoke before starting cooking
When the oil temperature exceeds 200 degrees Celsius, the nutritional content of vegetables and fruits during cooking will be destroyed. Cooking with excessively hot oil can also lead to a situation where the outside burns while the inside remains uncooked. Therefore, cook food at a moderate oil temperature to ensure the nutrition of the dish and the health of the entire family. To avoid the pot of oil boiling excessively, many current induction stoves have added a feature to automatically cut off heat when overloaded.
Mistake 06: Frying too many foods at once
Many people think that using the same fryer, they should fry multiple times at once for faster cooking. However, frying many items at once leads to uneven browning because they are difficult to flip or lack space, preventing the food from expanding evenly. Keep each piece of food about 2-3 cm apart when frying to ensure the best cooking result. Nowadays, there are infrared stoves on the market designed with 1 stove combining 2 cooking zones, suitable for various pot sizes.
Mistake 07: Not cleaning the stove immediately after cooking
Many people are complacent, thinking that because the stove surface is made of high-quality materials, there is no need to clean it immediately after cooking. However, even if it is the highest-grade dirt-resistant glass material, after a long time, dirt will stick to the stove and be difficult to clean. Some housewives even use sharp, hard objects to pry, which can easily scratch, crack, or damage the stove surface. For induction stoves, the stove surface is prone to cracking if not cleaned of grease and moisture. Therefore, after using the stove, use a soft cloth and a little dishwashing water to clean it quickly and increase the lifespan of your stove.
Mistake 08: Not using the induction stove regularly
With the frequent hot and humid climate in Vietnam, if the induction stove is not used regularly, it is easy to lead to a breakdown of the device's circuit, causing damage. Therefore, if you cannot use the induction stove regularly every day, you should also boil water to maintain the lifespan of the stove. With a warranty period of up to 36 months from SUNHOUSE, you can completely rest assured to use it for a long time without worrying too much about having to use it regularly.
Mistake 09: Adjusting the temperature before placing the pot on
Many people have the habit of adjusting the temperature of the induction stove before placing the pot, which wastes some energy. After preparing all the ingredients, check if the pot is placed on the stove correctly, then adjust the temperature afterward to save time and fuel when cooking.
Mistake 10: Placing unnecessary items on the stove while cooking
While the induction stove surface does not generate heat, the pot bases have been heated quite high, quickly transferring heat to the stove surface and objects placed on it, which can cause burns. In addition, you should also limit moving the pot to avoid accidentally touching a hot pot, which can be dangerous.
