How Do You Remove Garlic Odor From A Bamboo Cutting Board?
You love your bamboo cutting board for its utility and aesthetic it brings to your kitchen. A bamboo cutting board can be a tool for both your chopping and serving needs. They do have a drawback, however, in that you can’t just run them through the dishwasher to rid them of the strong odors that sometimes come with cooking. Garlic is a huge offender in the realm of kitchen smells. Wash your cutting board thoroughly with a mild dish detergent. Do not scour your board with a steel wool or a rough sponge; this will only cause small nicks that can trap food particles. Rinse well and dry. Wipe down your board with a soft cloth and 1 tbsp. (or so) of white vinegar. This will help disinfect the surface and prepare it for a deeper cleaning. Rub the surface of the board with the juice of 1 lemon, making sure to cover it completely. Lemon juice is a strong acid; only stomach acid is stronger on the pH scale. Combined with its pleasant scent, it acts as a natural cleanser. The acid in the lemon w
