What Is the Fastest Way to Boil Water on a Gas Stove?

Boiling water.

If you're in a rush to get dinner on the table, or want that hot cup of tea now, try these tips for boiling water faster than normal. According to the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, a gas stove is preferable over electric as it heats water faster. The best way to maximize this capability is to start with hot tap water, rinse the pan with the hot water before filling it, and use a lid on the pan to keep the heat trapped.

Things You'll Need

• Pan with lid
• Water

Instructions

1. Run your tap water until it is hot.

2. Rinse the pan with the hot water to warm the pan.

3. Fill the pan to the desired level with the hot tap water.

4. Place the pan on the stove with the gas burner turned on high.

5. Place the lid on the pan and bring to a boil.

References

• Interesting Thing of the Day: Water Freezing and Boiling Myths
• ACEEE.org: Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings: Condensed Online Version
• Scientific American: Is it true that hot water freezes faster than cold water or that cold water boils faster than hot water? It seems hard to believe, but some people swear that it is so.