News — chopping board safety

If you want a clear answer: no, it is not considered safe to use the same chopping board for raw meat and raw fish without washing it thoroughly in between. The safest approach is to have at least two separate boards or a clearly designated side for each, so you reduce the risk of cross contamination from bacteria like Salmonella and parasites from raw fish by well over 90% compared with casual mixed use. Why using the same chopping board for meat and fish is risky Raw meat and raw fish both carry their own set of bacteria and, in...

You can safely reuse a chopping board after raw chicken, but only after you wash it in hot water at around 60–70°C with washing up liquid, scrub for at least 20 seconds, rinse, then fully air dry upright for 2–4 hours. If the board has deep cuts, smells, or is over 5–10 years old and heavily worn, it’s safer to retire it from raw meat and keep it for bread or dry foods instead. How to reuse a chopping board after raw chicken safely Raw chicken can carry salmonella and campylobacter, so the goal is simple: remove residue, kill bacteria,...

No, you should not use the same chopping board for raw and cooked food unless you clean it with hot soapy water and disinfect it properly between uses, every single time. The safest and most practical solution is to keep at least two separate boards in your kitchen: one for raw meat, poultry and fish, and one for cooked food and ready to eat items. Why using one chopping board for raw and cooked food is risky Raw meat and poultry can carry bacteria such as Campylobacter, Salmonella and E. coli. If you use the same chopping board for raw...

If you are wondering if food grade mineral oil is safe for chopping boards, the short answer is yes: properly certified food grade mineral oil is considered safe for wooden and bamboo cutting boards and is widely recommended by professional kitchens and food safety bodies when used as directed every 3 to 4 weeks. Why food grade mineral oil is safe for chopping boards Food grade mineral oil is a highly refined, colourless and odourless oil that meets strict purity standards for contact with food. It does not go rancid like many plant oils, so it won’t leave your board...