Man cooks curry with immersion rod amid LPG shortage; internet roasts ‘Minto ka kaam ghanto main’

Across India, the ongoing LPG shortage is quietly changing how people are cooking at home. With gas cylinders running low, households are coming up with creative ways to get meals on the table.

And one viral video is showing just how far some will go.

Cooking curry, the “rod” way

The clip, shared on Instagram by a project manager, kicks off with the text: “Gas gone, heat rod on.” The caption? Just one word: “Technologia.”In the video, a man stands in a simple kitchen with a pot on the stove. But instead of lighting the gas, he plunges an immersion rod directly into the curry. Slowly, the curry seems to cook. Of course, immersion rods are meant for heating water, not food, but necessity is pushing boundaries.

Social media had thoughts…

As expected, the video got people talking, some amused, others worried.One user joked, “Minto ka kaam ghanto mai.”Another chimed in with a cautionary note: “Immersion rods are designed for heating water for bathing or cleaning, not for direct food preparation. This can cause severe stomach infections.”And another added, “Don’t eat food cooked in this style; this heater leaves residue after using for a while, so think before you act and always cook food on gas or with our primary Indian style by burning wood.”

On the lighter side, someone wrote, “People before the induction stove was invented.”

How homes are coping

The video is a small glimpse into how households are adapting. With LPG scarce, people are turning to alternative cooking methods such as wood-fired stoves, electric appliances, or even simpler no-cook meals.

Saving fuel, changing meals

It’s not just cooking methods that are changing. Families are picking meals that take less time to make. Even tea is sometimes swapped for quick alternatives like lemon water.Disclaimer: This story is based on a viral social media video and public reactions. The Times of India does not endorse unsafe cooking practices. Readers are advised to follow standard safety guidelines while preparing food.Thumb image: Instagram