Cutting board - one of the most important kitchen helpers. But one such tool in the economy is not enough. For each product, you should purchase a separate accessory. In the article you will find information on how to choose a cutting board for fish, what characteristics should be taken into account, and how to care for it so that it lasts a long time.
Features
A fish board has a number of features that may seem insignificant, but this is only at first glance. Fish is a product that is not so easy to clean and cut. Here you need skill and good tools.
The first thing you should pay attention to is the presence of gloss on the board. Such a coating should not be slippery, otherwise you will have to fish throughout the kitchen.
A good option would be matte coating. If you plan to buy a board only for cleaning fish, then it is worth looking special with clamp. The clip is similar to a clothespin, which is in a horizontal position. This is a big plus. The fish is clamped in the tail and will not go anywhere. And you can do the job faster, because you will have both hands free.
A kitchen assistant for cutting fish should be beautiful, then the cooking process will be much more pleasant. Do not forget to put markings on the board, so as not to accidentally use it for cutting vegetables or meat.
Materials
Preparing meals with ease is the dream of any housewife, so the cutting board for fish should be comfortable and of high quality.
The most preferred material for the manufacture of boards is wood, which has been used on the farm since ancient times.
It is absolutely safe to use.. Wooden boards can be made of soft or hard wood.Such an accessory has a low cost and is very careful about the knife blade.
Also made of wood end boards. These are small sticks of wood glued together. They are often used in restaurants and cafes, as they are more durable. Such an assistant can be called eternal. But the price is pretty high. Nowadays, bamboo tools are very popular. This is a good combination of price and quality.
It is also worth noting that bamboo absorbs less odor. This is very important for cutting fish.
Plastic boards for cutting fish can be made of thin or thick plastic. It is important to choose quality material. The surface should not have a foreign smell. Silicone boards are popular, but they are not quite suitable for cutting fish. They are quite thin and flexible, which is not very convenient when fishing fish.
How to choose?
A clipboard has many advantages. First of all, these are free hands. Having fixed the fish with a special clamp, you can safely use both hands and not worry about accidental injuries. Secondly, the shape of such a kitchen accessory is elongated and not wide.
A board in the shape of a fish is not always convenient, as fish come in different types and sizes. If the choice nevertheless fell on such a chopping board, then it is worth purchasing an object of medium size. A similar board is more suitable for decorating the kitchen.
Plastic utensils will suit you if you often cut fish, for example, for soup. An ideal option would be a board with a special bending edge. But here it is worth paying attention to the temperature that plastic can withstand.
If you are looking for a board that will serve you for many years and at the same time remain beautiful, then the ideal option is a hardwood endboard.
This is not only a chic appearance, but also a long service life.
You need to choose a board not only for beauty. Practicality as well as durability must be appreciated. Most housewives prefer a tree. After all, this is a classic. And if you take into account modern technology, you can find an eternal accessory for the kitchen.
How to care?
Fish is a product that has a characteristic odor. Over time, the cutting board starts to smell. This applies to plastic and wood. Conventional detergents can be useless. Then folk methods come to the rescue.
The fastest smell is fish absorbs wood. But sleeping tea will help to remove it.
Just spread the tea leaves on the surface of the object and leave for 30-60 minutes. After rinse and wash with dishwashing detergent. Dry thoroughly. Also a good remedy for fish smell is soda. Pour a little funds on the surface and gently rub with a sponge, rinse and dry. This method will help disinfect the surface.
To prevent the appearance of fish or other foreign smell, it is worth washing the board after each use. To do this, it is enough to rinse it with saline. And once a month, rinse with boiling water and thoroughly clean all surfaces, not just the working one. So you save yourself from bacteria and other unpleasant consequences.
Also note that it is best to keep the boards not horizontal, but hang them on a wall or in a special holder in the cabinet.
Important to create the space between the surfaces so that they do not start to whirl from accidentally ingested moisture.
In the next video, you will learn how to use a board for cleaning fish with a clamp.
