Seasoned Advice Asked by nhunsaker on June 8, 2021
I used a fair amount of coconut oil to apply to a wood cutting board, but wasn’t sure the best way to apply it. I used a butter knife and then followed up with a paper towel to remove some of the excess oil.
Is there a better way to apply it, for example, using a separate wooden tool, sham or even a spray? I thought applying the oil with a towel would absorb too much of the oil making it wasteful.
Also, after applying the oil to the cutting board and waiting a day or two, is it a good idea to clean it again with soap and water? Otherwise, it seems like it will cause a mess on the kitchen shelf.
I wouldn't use coconut oil due to its solidity which explains why it's still sticky, although you can rub it in more; this is a list of good choices. In particular, mineral oil is good and easily obtainable. I also find paper towels to frequently leave parts behind.
Make sure your cutting board is clean (no dust) and dry. Brush the oil on a section of your board and rub it in with a lint free padded cloth, rubbing with the grain. Continue until the board is done. Let sit overnight and then rub off the excess with a lint free padded cloth.
Answered by wumpus D'00m on June 8, 2021
No need for elaborate application techniques (brushes, spray, etc.).
When I worked in an old style restaurant, the Chef had me:
At home, you could use a painters wire brush, or if you are really motivated: wire brush wheel on an electric drill. Or a stainless steel pot scrubbing brush. The one I used in the restaurant was similar to this:
The same brush was also used to clean the grill grate.
You can use any rag you want for the oil application. Strong paper towels would even work.
I thought applying the oil with a towel would absorb too much of the oil making it wasteful.
For a home block, I'd guess you'd have 1 tbps absorbed by the block (that's a good thing). You'd probably loose 1 tbsp in the towel--the cost of doing it right.
Also, after applying the oil to the cutting board and waiting a day or two, is it a good idea to clean it again with soap and water?
We just used very hot water on a towel to clean. Soap was forbidden. If it was soiled and permeated by something nasty, we would do the entire wire brush cycle again.
** Cleaning with the block with brush: I did it with a dry block. Some of the others would oil the block first, then liberally salt for the abrasive property, then wire brush it. My way gave similar results, but was easier.
Answered by Paulb on June 8, 2021
First, make sure to get the right oil.
You should only use food-grade or medicinal (non-odorized) mineral oil.
Never use vegetable oils for cutting boards, that will eventually go rancid. The odor will be bad for the kitchen, but it can also impart itself onto the food.
Make sure the board or block is dry, or else the water will lift the oil, and prevent it from soaking in. You can use any clean rag or paper towel and rub it on. For regular maintenance, a very thin coat is needed. For first time use, if not already seasoned, add the oil more liberally, and do so several times over a couple of days to let the oil soak in.
Answered by Andrew Jay on June 8, 2021
This is what I do with my chopping boards:
I am quite happy with this way of doing it and your board is likely to be extremely resilient to cutting and chopping although it depends on the wood quality and cut as well. I do not need to "reseason" boards for years despite constant use.
Answered by rlab on June 8, 2021
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