Electric Kettle Hacks: Cut Your Cooking Time in Half
Your electric kettle isn’t just for boiling water for tea or coffee. With a few smart hacks, you can save time, simplify cooking, and even make small kitchen tasks easier.1. Quick Boiling for pasta and Noodles
Your electric kettle can do much more than boil water. With these hacks, you can cut cooking time in half, save energy, and simplify everyday kitchen tasks. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- Instead of waiting for a pot of water to boil on the stove, use your kettle to pre-boil water.
- Pour the hot water directly over pasta or noodles in a bowl or pot — this cuts overall cooking time by 50%.
- Works especially well for instant noodles or couscous.
- Fill the kettle with water and bring it to a boil.
- Pour boiling water over vegetables in a heatproof bowl, cover it for a few minutes, and you have quick steamed vegetables without using a stove.
- Perfect for spinach, broccoli, or cauliflower florets.
- Fill the kettle with water, add eggs, and turn it on.
- Once water boils, turn off the kettle and let eggs sit in hot water for 8–12 minutes (depending on desired doneness).
- You get hard-boiled or soft-boiled eggs faster than on the stove.
- Pour boiling water from the kettle over instant oatmeal packets or dry soup mixes.
- Cover and let sit for a few minutes — no stove needed.
- Great for quick breakfasts or lunches.
- Pour boiling water from the kettle over rice or quinoa in a pot.
- Let it soak for a few minutes before cooking on the stove — the cooking time is reduced significantly.
- Boiling water can also help sanitize your kettle, utensils, or cutting boards.
- Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice, boil, and then rinse — you save both time and energy.
- Place frozen vegetables or meat in a heatproof bowl and pour boiling water around the sealed package.
- Food defrosts much faster than in the refrigerator, cutting prep time.
- Always use a clean kettle and follow manufacturer instructions.
- Avoid metal objects inside the kettle while boiling.
- Never leave the kettle unattended when boiling liquids other than water.
Your electric kettle can do much more than boil water. With these hacks, you can cut cooking time in half, save energy, and simplify everyday kitchen tasks. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.