To clean the residue stuck on an electric rice cooker, you can follow the method below. The result will surely surprise you.

Prepare a cleaning solution for the rice cooker:

To clean the rice cooker, you need a cleaning solution that can tackle stubborn stains and old residues. The process is very simple: just put a bit of toothpaste in a bowl, then add white vinegar and distilled water, and stir well. Pour the solution into a spray bottle for easy use.

Clean the rice cooker:

• Clean the steam vent of the rice cooker:

The steam vent is where a lot of residues accumulate, and it needs to be cleaned regularly. This area traps a lot of rice foam and moisture, which leads to the appearance of yellow stains.

Depending on the type of rice cooker, the steam vent may have different designs. For removable steam vents, you can take them off and rinse them under running water. For non-removable steam vents, you can use a toothpick to remove the residue and wipe it clean with a cloth several times.

• Clean the inside lid of the cooker:

The inside of the rice cooker has an overflow lid, and after several uses, this lid will also collect a lot of residues. You need to remove it and wash it thoroughly.

• Clean the heating element:

The heating element plays a crucial role in the rice cooker. Regularly cleaning the heating element will help the rice cooker operate more efficiently and extend its lifespan.

You can pour a little of the prepared cleaning solution onto the rough side of a dish sponge. Use it to scrub around the heating element.

Then, take a paper towel and wipe the surface to remove any residue.

If the heating element has long-standing buildup, you can use a vinegar-soaked paper towel and place it on the heating element for about 10 minutes. The vinegar will help soften the stains, making them easier to remove.

Use a wet cloth to wipe the heating element once. Finally, use a dry cloth to wipe it again.

• Clean the rice cooker's exterior:

For the exterior of the rice cooker, just spray the cleaning solution you prepared on the surface and let it sit for a few minutes. The white vinegar and toothpaste will help loosen dirt, especially grease stains.

Afterward, simply wipe the entire exterior of the rice cooker with a cloth. If it's still dirty, you can repeat the process.