Boil eggs, make dishwashing easy: 5 surprising uses for an electric kettle

Electric kettles are a staple appliance in many households, hostels, and dorm rooms. They’re best known for boiling water quickly, but their versatility goes far beyond making coffee or instant noodles. During hostel days or busy mornings, an electric kettle can become your go-to gadget, simplifying daily tasks and saving time. From cooking to cleaning, here are some surprising and highly practical uses of electric kettles that you might not have considered.

1. Makes cooking easier
Boiling water on the stove for cooking rice or vegetables can take time. On hectic days, an electric kettle can quickly provide hot water, streamlining your cooking process and saving you valuable minutes.

2. Cleans utensils efficiently
Hot water mixed with dishwashing soap is one of the most effective ways to sanitize and clean utensils, keeping them bacteria-free. An electric kettle can heat water quickly, and its portability makes it a convenient travel companion for maintaining hygiene on the go.

3. Offers relief during fevers
When you're feeling under the weather with a fever or cold, an electric kettle near your bedside can be a lifesaver. Use it to prepare herbal tea, hot water, or soothing soups in minutes. You can even use it to produce steam for inhalation, relieving a stuffy nose or sore throat.

4. Quickly soaks dry fruits and nuts
Soaking dry fruits and nuts overnight is a common practice, but when you're short on time, an electric kettle can help. Simply boil water, pour it over the dry fruits, and they’ll be ready in no time.

5. Boils eggs with ease
Electric kettles can even be used to boil eggs efficiently. Just fill the kettle with water, add cleaned eggs, and boil them for 8–10 minutes. It's quick, easy, and perfect for a hassle-free breakfast.