{"id":2489,"date":"2023-05-25T03:48:30","date_gmt":"2023-05-25T03:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/?p=2489"},"modified":"2023-05-25T04:17:50","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T04:17:50","slug":"how-to-season-your-wood-cutting-board","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lonelyaxe.com\/how-to-season-your-wood-cutting-board\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Season Your Wood Cutting Board- Why It\u2019s Important, and What Oils to Use"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you wondered how to season your wood-cutting board<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 The name might throw you off a bit, but this has nothing to do with herbs and spices! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must put oil on the board to maintain its beauty and benefits.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a key responsibility when you have a wooden board. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seasoning the wood board is simple, but it has many positives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you do it, it adds years of life to the board and ensures no bacteria on the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 It also makes it look good!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to find out how to properly season your wood-cutting board.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Properly Caring for Your Cutting Board <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wood boards<\/a> are one of the best cutting board materials compared to others on the market, as they are the safest (bacteria does not survive on them) and safer on your knives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, it looks gorgeous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would be best to gently scrub your board with a soft sponge and hot soapy water.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can use a mild, unscented (if possible) dish soap that does not contain bleach or other chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Even if you only use one side of the board, you must always wash both sides to prevent it from drying unevenly, which can cause the wood to warp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After washing, you often have to season your board. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must put oil on the wood\u2019s surface to elevate its benefits and longevity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treating wood cutting boards with the right kind of oil is something you must do regularly if you have this amazing kitchen item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 You can do it once a month or whenever it looks dry or needs some shine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The actual oiling is easy, but you cannot use any oil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must always opt for food-grade<\/a> oils, which means they are safe to put on the board.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid high-fat oils at all costs! This will turn bad and ruin your board. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"oil<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

(oil applied to the wood cutting board)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the Right Kind of Seasoning Oil <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Choosing the right kind of seasoning oil cannot be very clear.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are ready-made ones on the market, but if you like DIY methods, then there are natural oils you can use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oils High in Unsaturated Fats <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You cannot use vegetables, coconut, or olive oil on a wooden board. They have too much fat, which will become rancid<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means it will cause a nasty odor, bringing this taste to your food. It will also increase bacteria growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(cooking oils)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mineral Oil and Other \u201cMystery\u201d OIls <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pure mineral oil comes from distilled petroleum<\/a> when all the toxins and bad stuff are removed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not use \u2018mystery\u2019 low-quality oils containing toxic chemicals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always opt for high-quality mineral oil that is made for oiling wooden boards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fractionated Coconut Oil <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want a natural and easy way to oil your board, fractionated coconut oil <\/a>is your best friend!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is coconut oil without any of the fats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This oil moisturizes your board, so it does not crack or get bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Using a teaspoon of coconut oil or simply pouring it on the board would be best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"coconut<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

(coconut oil)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Season Wood Cutting Board?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Seasoning your wood board will be so easy with the following steps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose the oil you want to use; it can be store-bought or one of the above, and warm it up on the stove.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then proceed to the following steps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clean Your Board <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Scrub your board as usual with a cloth soaked with dish soap<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wipe the board and then rinse properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not leave your board soaking under water; then your board will warp!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Begin the Oiling <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pour the oil on the board. Use your hands or a clean cloth\/brush to get the oil into the board’s grain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0If your board is new, put some extra oil to break it in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Please leave it to dry overnight. Please do not use it before then.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remove Any Excess Oil <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After that, use a clean cloth to wipe any oil on the surface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leave it to dry again, and then you can use the board.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is up to you how often you want to oil the board. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But don\u2019t put it off too long, especially if you use your chopping board often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 You may want to do it at least once a month or every two months to keep it at its peak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(using the cutting board)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Use of Beeswax <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is the wax that comes from bees when they make honey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This amazing natural oil is also perfect as a wood board seasoning oil, making your board water-resistant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0It is also food-safe and keeps the wood grain dark<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beeswax is solid, so you cannot use it alone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, for easy use, you can mix it with mineral or coconut oil, which also amplifies the benefits of beeswax.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is how you use beeswax:<\/p>\n\n\n\n