How To Clean Greasy Plates, Spoons Using 3 Kitchen Ingredients

Ineffective dishwashing, not using the right cleaning liquid, and using certain cooking oils or methods can lead to grease buildup. Greasy utensils on the shelf always give a hard time. Imagine greasy plates and spoons piled up in one corner of the kitchen, yes, we all dread it. Next time your spoons and plates get that greasy build-up, use these three kitchen ingredients to clean them effectively:

• Baking Soda
• White Vinegar
• Lemon Juice

Home Remedies To Clean Greasy Plates, Spoons

How To Clean Greasy Plates And Spoons With Baking Soda?

Baking soda due to its alkaline and mild abrasive nature helps break down the grease.

Ingredients Required:

• 1 Tbsp Baking Soda
• 1 Cup Warm Water
• 1-2 Tbsp Dish Soap
• Scrub brush or sponge

Directions:

• Begin with scraping off the grease or food leftovers with a dry scrub brush.
• Rinse the plates and spoons with hot water to loosen the grease.
• In a bowl, add baking soda and water. Mix well to get a thick paste. Add more baking soda if required, the consistency should be as thick as a toothpaste. (Baking Soda cleaning hacks)
• Apply the paste to the greasy areas of your plates and spoons.
• Let the mixture sit on for 10-15 minutes and then scrub the utensils using a sponge.
• Rinse thoroughly under running warm water.
• Wipe off the utensils with a dry kitchen towel or let them naturally dry.

How To Clean Greasy Plates And Spoons With White Vinegar?

White vinegar, a staple in our Indian kitchens is a natural cleanser, having degreasing properties.

Ingredients Required:

• 2-3 Cups Of White Vinegar
• Warm Water As Required
• 1 Tbsp Dishwashing Liquid
• Sponge

Directions:

• Using a spatula, remove excess food particles from the plates and spoons.
• In a bucket, add warm water, dishwashing liquid, and vinegar. (Vinegar cleaning hacks)
• Dip in all the spoons and plates. Soak for 10-15 minutes.
• Using a scrub brush, scrub off the greasy areas and rinse under running water thoroughly.
• Wipe off with a dry kitchen towel.

How To Clean Greasy Plates And Spoons With Lemon Juice?

Lemons are effective and natural cleansers. Lemons help break down the grease quickly due to their acidity and also give your utensils a pleasant scent.

Ingredients Required:

• 2- 3 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
• Warm Water
• 1-2 Tbsp Dishwashing Liquid
• Paper Towels
• Scrub Brush

Directions:

• Start by scraping off all the grease from the plates and spoons using a paper towel.
• Rinse the plates and spoons with hot water.
• Pour freshly squeezed lemon juice into a small bucket and add warm water to it. Mix well.
• Soak in the greasy utensils for 15-20 minutes.
• Rinse under running water to get rid of the loosened grease.
• Wash the plates and spoons with dishwashing soap to remove any residue.
• Wash again under running water and let them dry naturally.

To prevent your utensils from getting greasy, clean them soon after use. This way, the grease will be easier to remove. For more such kitchen cleaning hacks, stay tuned to HerZindagi.com