What does the cryptic crossword clue "Put ethane in a new configuration to add more risk (2,3,4)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of PUT + ETHANE = UP THE ANTE The answer is UP THE ANTE.

Put ethane in a new configuration to add more risk (2,3,4)

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