How to Maintain Bamboo Cutting Board

Bamboo cutting boards are a household essential, and currently, they are the most popular on the market. Bamboo is a natural green plant, although there are fewer types of bamboo than wood, it is slightly lighter than wood, making it difficult to counterfeit, and its quality is relatively stable, making it safer to use. Another important factor that makes it popular among users is that it does not easily shed crumbs, making it more environmentally friendly than other materials. So, what should we pay attention to when using a bamboo cutting board for the first time?

Here are five ways to eliminate bacteria on cutting boards:

1. Vinegar disinfection: For cutting boards used to cut fish, sprinkle some vinegar on them, let them dry in the sun, and rinse them with water to remove any fishy smell.

2. Wash and sterilize with hot water: First, use a hard brush and water to clean the surface and crevices of the cutting board, and then rinse it with boiling water at 100℃.

3. Sunlight disinfection: UV rays in sunlight have a bactericidal effect. When not in use, cutting boards should be placed in the sun to dry. This not only kills bacteria but also reduces their reproduction by keeping the board dry.

4. Salt disinfection: After each use, use a knife to scrape off any residue on the board's surface. Every 6-7 days, sprinkle a layer of salt on the board's surface. This kills bacteria and prevents the board from cracking.

5. Onion and ginger disinfection: Over time, cutting boards can develop strange odors. Rub the board with a piece of raw onion or ginger, then rinse with hot water while scrubbing with a brush. The strange odor will disappear.