Title: What should I do if the pot has no lid? Popular solutions and creative tips across the network
In the past 10 days, "What to do if the pot doesn't have a lid?" has become a hot topic on social platforms, with many netizens sharing practical tips and imaginative alternatives. The following is the structured data and solutions organized:
| hot topic sources | Discuss the popularity index | core solution |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaohongshu life tips | 850,000+ views | Use a plate/cutting board as a temporary substitute |
| Tik Tok Kitchen Tips | 1.2 million+ likes | Tin foil homemade pot lid method |
| Zhihu Home Q&A | 3.2k+ answers | Stainless Steel Basin Alternatives |
| Weibo hot search list | #What to do if the pot lid is missing# | Baking paper + rubber band seal |
1. Top 5 temporary alternatives
| Ranking | Substitute items | Applicable scenarios | Netizens’ actual test scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | stainless steel basin | Stew cooking | ★★★★☆ |
| 2 | Tin foil for oven | Steamed vegetables/braised rice | ★★★★★ |
| 3 | Heat-resistant glass cutting board | Stir-fried cooking | ★★★☆☆ |
| 4 | Baking paper + clips | slow cook | ★★★☆☆ |
| 5 | Double layer gauze | Make stock | ★★☆☆☆ |
2. Selection of creative solutions
1.The “air fryer lid” method: Turn the basket of the air fryer upside down on the pot and use its ventilation holes to achieve steam circulation. The actual effect of steaming fish is the best.
2."Intelligent linkage" solution: Smart home enthusiasts recommend using the Mijia induction cooker + smart socket, and adjusting the firepower through the APP instead of the lid and simmer function.
3."Lego pot lid": Foreign netizens used food-grade silicone Lego bricks to build a customized pot lid. The video received 2.3 million views on TikTok.
3. Material safety precautions
| Material type | Highest temperature resistance | Disabled scene |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary plastic products | 80℃ | Fry/stir-fry |
| Wooden pot lid | 150℃ | Dry burning for a long time |
| tempered glass | 300℃ | Quick cooling and quick heating |
4. Recommendation of long-term solutions
According to e-commerce platform sales data, the sales of individual pot lid products have increased by 40% recently, among which the following three are the most popular:
1.Universal silicone retractable pot lid(Suitable for 24-30cm pots)
2.Magnetic glass viewing cover(With steam hole design)
3.304 stainless steel multi-layer steamer lid(One cover for multiple uses)
By analyzing the hot content in the past 10 days, it can be seen that kitchen emergency skills have always been a high-frequency topic in lifestyle content. It is recommended to always keep a universal pot lid at home, or choose cooking utensils with a lid design to solve the "lidless crisis" from the root.
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