Complaints about the early exhaustion of LPG gas cylinders used in domestic kitchens are often heard among people. Experts say that sometimes the reason for early emptying of the cylinder is not the lack of gas, but some common mistakes made in the kitchen, which unknowingly increase the gas consumption.
According to experts, the first and most common mistake is using the vessel without covering it while cooking. When the vessel remains open, heat escapes and food takes longer to cook, which increases gas consumption. Using the lid cooks food quickly and saves gas.
Another big mistake is cooking food continuously on low flame, even when it is not necessary. Many people think that food is cooked on low flame, but burning gas unnecessarily for a long time increases the consumption. Balancing high and medium flame at the right time is more effective.
The third mistake is not cleaning the burner regularly. If the holes of the burner get clogged, the gas does not burn properly and instead of blue flame, yellow flame comes out, due to which the gas is not fully utilized. This not only wastes gas but also takes more time to cook food.
The fourth mistake is not checking the gas pipe and regulator from time to time. Many times, due to minor leakage, gas consumption keeps increasing without any knowledge. Experts recommend that it is important to get them checked from time to time so that any unnecessary consumption or safety risk can be avoided.
Energy experts say that by adopting small changes, it is possible to save 10 to 20 percent in domestic gas consumption. For this, habits like excessive use of pressure cooker, preparing food in advance and cooking many things at once can prove to be very beneficial.
Moreover, adopting the right cooking methods not only saves gas but also takes less time. Experts have suggested that users pay attention to their kitchen habits and improve them if needed.
