foto: Instagram/@aliaocha
Brilio.net - Turmeric has become one of the main ingredients in various traditional dishes and drinks in Indonesia. Its bright yellow color and distinctive aroma make turmeric not only popular as a kitchen spice, but also as the main ingredient in traditional herbal medicine. One of them is turmeric which has long been believed to provide many health benefits, such as increasing endurance and aiding digestion.
Before being mixed as a herbal medicine, turmeric is usually ground first using a grater . This method allows users to get fresh turmeric juice that is rich in benefits. However, this process also has its own challenges. Ground turmeric often leaves yellow stains that are difficult to remove, both on the hands and the equipment used.
These stubborn turmeric stains can be a problem, especially if not cleaned immediately. In addition, turmeric residue that sticks to the grater can also affect the taste and aroma of the food that is grated afterwards. Well, to prevent this from happening, you can do a trick like the one done by Instagram user @aliaocha.
Through one of the uploaded videos, the netizen admitted to using one type of leaf to grind turmeric using a grater. Well, this leaf will keep the grater from getting dirty and yellowing. Reported by BrilioFood from Instagram @aliaocha on Monday (2/12), the type of leaf in question is banana leaves.
photo: Instagram/@aliaocha
So, when you want to grate turmeric, you have to cover the grater with banana leaves first. The method is, take a piece of banana leaf that has been washed clean. Then use it to wrap the grater until all the serrated parts are covered by banana leaves.
photo: Instagram/@aliaocha
On the serrated or blade part of the grater, you can press the banana leaf to make it stronger and not easy to come off. Only then is this grater ready to use as usual. If you feel the banana leaf is starting to turn yellow and dirty, you can replace it with a new banana leaf. The way to coat it is also the same as before, yes.
photo: Instagram/@aliaocha
Well, this banana leaf-coated grater will remain clean after being used to grind turmeric. But make sure you wash it as usual to be more hygienic and remain sterile when stored. This will help minimize the crust that sticks to the grater.
How? Easy enough, right? In addition to covering the grater with banana leaves, make sure you also maintain the grater well. After use, immediately clean the grater with warm water to remove any food residue. Use an old toothbrush or a special brush to clean the gaps in the grater more effectively.
Be sure to dry the grater thoroughly with a clean cloth or paper towel to prevent moisture from forming that can cause rust. For added protection, brush a small amount of vegetable oil onto the surface of the grater after cleaning and drying. The oil will form a protective layer that will help prevent rust.
Well, after that, store the grater in a dry and non-humid place, such as a drawer or kitchen shelf that has good ventilation. With regular and proper care, your grater will remain clean and free from rust, and ready to use at any time.
(brl/mal)
