New Delhi, Oct. 29 -- Ovens take on a lot of kitchen chaos but rarely receive the same attention we give our countertops or gas stoves, or even other kitchen appliances. Every roast, bake or grill session leaves behind tiny splatters and burnt crumbs that slowly harden into stubborn, greasy patches. Since the door stays shut, the mess is easy to ignore until the lingering odour or visible stains finally demand action. That is usually when the real hesitation begins.

Cleaning the oven becomes a nightmare, which means you now have to deal with strong chemical cleaners that smell unpleasant and require heavy scrubbing. While some ovens have self-cleaning modes, they are not always ideal because the intense heat can fill the kitchen with fum...