You're doing everything wrong. Here's the best way to clean the grease of a hotplate

4. Leave the cleaning product to stand

Let the solution enter the fat for 5 to 10 minutes so that it can effectively break down the build-up.

5. Rub with a non-abrasive pad

Use a non-abrasive scouring pad to make the cleaning solution enter the grease, rubbing until most of the fat is dissolved.

6. Rinse and wipe

Use adamp cloth to wipe dissolved fat and residue. Continue with a dry cloth to make sure the surface is completely clean and dry.

7. Inspect and repeat if necessary

Check the surface for any remaining fat. If necessary, repeat the previous steps for thorough cleaning.

Cleaning your hotplate correctly should not be an arduous task. With these steps, you can make sure that it stays in perfect condition, ready for your next culinary adventure.