Looking at certain spoons, certain salad bowls or certain wooden boards, one might be right to wonder if they have not participated in several culinary marathons in a row as they look tired, damaged and worn. It must be said that they find their uses every day in the kitchen and that daily washing and the humidity of the kitchen do not do them any good. This is where our technique comes in! It restores the shine to these tools and puts them back into shape, thus making it possible to take care of these much appreciated tools and protect them for future uses. To avoid spoiling anything, this tip only requires one ingredient and is not complicated.
We will then complete it with two tips against odors which are not uncommon when spoons and boards start to age!
What you need:
- Olive oil
- Optional: a large pinch of salt or sugar
The oil will nourish the wood and block its pores. This tip is not mandatory, but helps improve the lifespan of your utensils so you can keep them longer.
The steps:
1) Heat the olive oil.
2) Generously coat your utensil with it and rub (you can use paper towels to do this). Don’t be afraid to be generous with quantities.
3) Bake your spoon for 2 or 3 minutes in the oven at 175°. That’s all!
Since wooden tools absorb odors, it is generally advisable to reserve wooden utensils for savory use (sauces, dishes, mixtures, etc.) or sweet use (pastries, desserts, etc.). Depending on how you use it, you can add a generous pinch of sugar or salt to your oil.
What if you don’t have an oven?
Rub the spoon with sweet almond oil and let your tool soak it up for 24 hours. You can wrap it in cling film to help (2-3 layers).
Bonus: two tips against odors
- Make a mixture of bicarbonate and hot water (count 2 tablespoons for 50 cl of water). Leave the utensil to soak for 15 or 20 minutes (no more, too long water baths are bad for the wood). Rinse everything and let dry well.
- You can also make a paste from baking soda and a little water. Rub this mixture on your utensil and rinse well.
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