Clean your stove burners with this secret Japanese technique

No matter how often you wipe down the stove, some areas of the kitchen seem to resist everything. Stove burners are definitely one of them. Stubborn grease, burnt-on residue, lingering odors… over time, they lose their shine and become difficult to clean. Yet, there’s a surprisingly simple method, inspired by Japanese cleaning practices, that can restore them to their former glory without scrubbing or straining. And the good news is: it all involves everyday ingredients.

Why are burners so difficult to clean?