Oil-like stain when cooking with gas
I've been boiling water with some new pots on a gas stove and it leaves (left) a stain on the bottom (on the inside) that has the same color pattern as when oil drifts on water.
What could be causing this and is it 'a bad thing' ?
Best Answer
I've seen a number of varying explanations of this phenomenon, but all agree that it's a normal effect to see on stainless steel cookware and is harmless (assuming you are cleaning your pan well).
It is probably some combination of the minerals in your water, high heat, and oil or soap residue. The harsher detergents and sometimes less effective rinse of a dishwasher might make the problem more prevalent than if you wash the pots by hand. It may also be caused by oxidation of the metal itself and you can remove it by scouring or with a bit of vinegar or lemon juice.
You can pretty much ignore it, unless it bothers you for aesthetic reasons.
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Spray the paste with white vinegar. This will create a bubbling reaction to loosen the oil from the burner grate. Let the solution sit for two minutes. Scour the burner with a nonabrasive pad to remove the oil stain.How do you get oil stains out of gas?
Sprinkle a thin layer of baking soda on the stovetop. Slice a lemon in half and rub the cut side on the stovetop in a circular motion. The mildly abrasive baking soda and the naturally degreasing lemon juice will form a scrubbing paste. Continue scrubbing until you can wipe away the grease with a damp sponge or cloth.How do you get oil off a gas stove top?
Mix a handful of baking soda with a little bit of water to form a thick paste. Coat your burners in the paste and let them stand for about 20 minutes. Once that time has passed, caked-on residue should have become soft enough to be removable with a sponge.How do you get oil out of a burner?
If an oil spill is left uncleaned, it can stick to the stove's surface. Thankfully, baking soda is known for its abrasive and absorbent nature, while vinegar is also good for its acetic acid component. Both items are nontoxic stove cleaners. Use baking soda and vinegar to clean your stove.This Secret Trick Will Stop Splattering Oil Forever
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