Non-sticky, this is how to remove chayote sap from hands easily and effectively

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Chayote sap can stick strongly to the skin and is difficult to clean with just plain water.

Brilio.net - Chayote is one of the vegetables that is often used in various dishes, from stir-fries to vegetables with coconut milk. However, when peeling and cutting chayote, hands often feel sticky due to its sap. Chayote sap can stick strongly to the skin and is difficult to clean with just plain water. Not only does it make your hands feel uncomfortable, if left too long, this sap can also cause a dry feeling on the skin.

To make the cooking process more comfortable, there are several ways that can be done to remove chayote sap on hands . Starting from using natural ingredients to simple techniques that have been proven effective. Here are some methods that you can try.

1. Rubbing with salt
- Take 1-2 tablespoons of coarse salt.
- Rub salt into the palm of the hand affected by the sap until the sap is removed.
- Rinse with clean water and soap.

2. Using cooking oil
- Pour a little cooking oil into the palm of your hand.
- Massage and rub gently until the sap begins to dissolve.
- Wash hands with soap to remove any remaining oil.

3. Rub with lime or lemon
- Cut the lime or lemon into two parts.
- Rub directly onto hands affected by sap.
- Let stand for a few minutes before rinsing with clean water.

4. Soak in warm water and soap
- Prepare warm water in a container and add enough dishwashing soap.
- Soak your hands for 5-10 minutes, then rub until the sap comes off.

5. Use wheat flour or rice flour
- Sprinkle flour on the hands affected by the sap.
- Rub gently until the sap sticks to the flour.
- Wash your hands with clean water and soap.

6. Using baking soda
- Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with a little water to form a paste.
- Apply to hands and let sit for a few minutes before rinsing.

To prevent your hands from getting wet from chayote sap when processing it, there are several preventive measures you can take:

- Use gloves: The simplest way is to wear gloves when peeling and cutting the chayote.
- Cut and soak in salt water: After cutting, soak the chayote in salt water to reduce the sap that comes out.
- Peel under running water: Peeling the chayote under running water can prevent the sap from sticking to your hands.

Once the chayote sap is gone, it's time to process it into a delicious dish. Here's a simple stir-fried chayote recipe that you can try.

Material:
- 1 chayote, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili, sliced diagonally (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 50 ml water

How to make:
1. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan.
2. Saute the garlic and shallots until fragrant.
3. Add red chilies, stir briefly.
4. Add chayote, stir well.
5. Pour in water, add salt, sugar and pepper.
6. Cook until the chayote is wilted and cooked, then remove from heat.
7. Serve while warm.

By following the method above, your hands can be free from chayote sap easily, and you can cook more comfortably. Good luck!

(brl/tin)