foto: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
Brilio.net - Wooden cutting boards are one of the kitchen utensils that are often used for cutting and serving food. Apart from its practical function, wooden cutting boards also have aesthetic advantages with the beautiful natural texture of the wood. This makes wooden cutting boards more often chosen than plastic cutting boards.
However, to keep wooden cutting boards hygienic and durable, proper care is necessary. Including the washing process also needs to be paid attention to. The reason is, wooden cutting boards can make food residue stick more strongly so they need to be cleaned with special tricks.
Well, one food ingredient that often leaves scars is chili . When used to cut chilies, the surface of a wooden cutting board will usually appear reddish. Apart from that, the capsaicin substance in chilies will stick to it, giving it a spicy sensation. If it is not cleaned properly and the cutting board is directly used to cut other food, it is very likely that the food will also be contaminated.
To overcome this, you can copy the trick shared by Instagram user @diidii_winfleur. Through one of the uploaded videos, he admitted that he did not wash the wooden cutting board with soap. However, there are two other kitchen ingredients that are better used to clean cutting boards used by chilies so that the spicy aroma can disappear.
How to clean a wooden cutting board.
Reported by BrilioFood on Tuesday (26/3), the kitchen ingredients in question are baking soda and lemon. Well, it's easy. You simply sprinkle baking soda first onto the surface of a dirty wooden cutting board.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
When it has been spread evenly, add a squeeze of lemon juice. Then use the lemon slice (which has been squeezed) to rub the surface of the cutting board. Rub evenly while squeezing the lemon again.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
Next, rinse the cutting board thoroughly under running water. Well, these two kitchen ingredients basically make cutting boards clean. However, if you want maximum cleanliness, you can wash it again with soap as usual.
So, this washed cutting board can be dried first before storing. The reason is that storing a cutting board that is still wet can increase the risk of mold growth and black spots. Therefore, make sure the cutting board is always clean and dry so that it is always hygienic when used at any time.
photo: Instagram/@diidii_winfleur
This post about tricks for cleaning wooden cutting boards used by chilies has been viewed more than 126 thousand times since it was uploaded on January 10. Who would have thought, many netizens would be interested. Some of them even responded directly in the comments column.
"I'll try it... thanks sis, " said Instagram @bundahadadiary.
"Wow, I want to try it, " said Instagram @nikenanjani.
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How to care for a wooden cutting board so it doesn't get moldy.
Taking good care of your wooden cutting board can help prevent mold growth and extend its lifespan. Here are some ways to care for wooden cutting boards so they don't get moldy:
1. Wash with soap and warm water.
After use, wash the wooden cutting board with soap and warm water to remove food residue and bacteria.
2. Dry completely.
Make sure wooden cutting boards are completely dry before storing. Use a clean cloth or dry cloth to dry it.
3. Avoid soaking.
Do not soak wooden cutting boards in water for long periods of time, as this can damage the wood and increase the risk of mold growth.
4. Use mineral oil.
Periodically, grease a wooden cutting board with mineral oil to keep the wood moist and prevent cracks.
5. Avoid using bleach.
Don't use bleach or other harsh chemicals on wooden cutting boards, as this can damage the surface.
6. Don't leave it exposed to excessive water.
Try not to let the wooden cutting board come into contact with excessive water, for example from a freshly washed pan or freshly washed vegetables.
7. Store in a dry place.
Store wooden cutting boards in a dry place away from excess moisture, such as on a shelf in the kitchen.
8. Use baking soda.
To clean mold that may have started to grow, sprinkle baking soda on the surface of the cutting board, leave it for a while, then brush with an old toothbrush.
9. Check regularly.
Check wooden cutting boards periodically to ensure there are no signs of mold or other damage. If there is, clean it immediately and dry it well.
(brl/tin)
