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✅ Choose flat-bottomed pots and pans – They distribute heat evenly, using less gas.
✅ Use lids when cooking – Traps heat inside, reducing cooking time by up to 50%.
✅ Use pressure cookers – They cook food faster and use 70% less gas than regular pots.
💡 Tip: Always match the size of the pot to the burner flame. A small pot on a large burner wastes gas!
2. Optimize Your Gas Burner Flame 🔥
✅ Make sure the flame is blue – A yellow or orange flame means inefficient burning and wasted gas.
✅ Clean the burner holes regularly – Blocked holes lead to incomplete combustion, wasting gas.
✅ Adjust the flame – Use a low to medium flame instead of full blast, as excessive heat is unnecessary for most cooking.
💡 Tip: If your flame is weak or uneven, remove the burner cap and clean it with a toothbrush or needle.
3. Cook Multiple Items at Once 🍲
✅ Plan meals ahead and cook in batches to avoid frequent heating.
✅ Use stackable steamers to cook rice, veggies, and proteins simultaneously.
✅ When boiling water, use only as much as needed – excess water requires more gas to heat.
💡 Tip: If you cook with a gas oven, bake multiple dishes at once to maximize heat usage.
4. Preheat & Turn Off Gas Early for Residual Cooking ⏳
✅ Preheat only when necessary – Some dishes don’t require preheating (like pasta or soup).
✅ Turn off the flame a few minutes before food is fully cooked – Residual heat will finish the cooking process.
💡 Tip: This trick is especially useful for rice, pasta, and boiled vegetables!
5. Keep Your Gas Cylinder in the Right Position & Environment
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