A Simple Gas Stove Trick That Can Save You a Fortune Each Year – But Few People Know It!

By paying attention to just one small detail, home cooks can save millions of dong per year on gas bills.

 

 

How to Avoid Fuel Waste When Using a Gas Stove

If you want to save gas, the first thing to check is the burner head and flame holes. Over time, food spills such as soups, oils, or other residues can clog these holes, resulting in uneven flames. This prevents gas from distributing evenly, reducing heating efficiency and forcing you to use more gas than necessary to cook food.

The solution is simple:
✅ Remove the burner cap and rinse it under running water to wash away surface debris.
✅ Apply a bit of dish soap and use an old toothbrush to scrub off dirt and grease.
✅ For small clogged holes, use a toothpick, paperclip, or a special cleaning tool to clear out any residue.
✅ Dry everything thoroughly and reassemble the burner.

Once cleaned, you’ll notice that the flames burn evenly and stronger, allowing food to cook faster while consuming less gas. This extends the stove's lifespan and helps your household save on repair or replacement costs.

Other Easy Tips to Save Gas

1. Adjust the Air Intake for an Efficient Flame

Have you ever noticed your gas flame turning red? Many people assume this is normal, but it actually indicates incomplete combustion, which wastes fuel and produces harmful gases like carbon monoxide.

What’s the ideal flame color?
🔵 A blue flame means gas is burning efficiently, maximizing heat output while minimizing waste.
🔴 A red flame indicates gas is not burning completely, increasing fuel consumption and potentially harming your health.

How to fix it:
✅ Locate the adjustable air vent (usually a small metal plate near the burner).
✅ Gradually adjust it while observing the flame color.
✅ Stop adjusting when the flame turns a stable blue—this means the gas-to-air ratio is optimal.

If you're unsure how to do this safely, ask a professional technician for help.

2. Use the Right Heat Level

Turning the gas to full power doesn’t always cook food faster—it often wastes fuel.

Smart cooking:
🔥 Use high heat for large pots and quick stir-frying.
🔥 Use low heat for smaller pots and simmering soups.
🔥 For stews and soups, once the liquid boils, reduce the flame—keeping it at full blast only wastes gas and risks burning your food.

3. Choose the Right Cookware

Using a pot that's too large for the amount of food being cooked wastes heat and gas.

✅ Match pot size to portion size.
✅ Use pressure cookers for stews—they cook faster and use far less gas than regular pots.

4. Avoid Adding Cold Water While Cooking

If you need to add water to a boiling dish, always use hot water. Adding cold water lowers the temperature, forcing the stove to burn more gas to reheat.

5. Turn Off the Gas Valve After Cooking

Always shut off the gas valve when you're done cooking. This prevents gas leaks, reduces waste, and enhances safety.

6. Minimize Repeated Stove Ignition

Turning the stove on and off frequently wastes gas. Instead, prepare all ingredients before lighting the stove to cook everything in one go.

7. Use a Wind Shield (Gas Saver Ring)

A wind shield or gas-saving ring helps trap heat around the pot, preventing energy loss. This makes cooking more efficient, allowing food to cook faster with less fuel.

Conclusion

With just a few small adjustments, you can cut down your gas bill significantly while also making your cooking safer and more efficient. Try these tricks today and see the difference! 🚀