Cutting Boards

In addition to knives, pans, and pots, cutting boards are among the most commonly used kitchen utensils when preparing food. Corresponding surfaces are suitable, for example, for cutting fruit and vegetables, for chopping larger pieces of meat, and for chopping herbs. Therefore, cutting boards should be an essential part of any kitchen.

If you are looking for a suitable surface for cutting, you are in the right place at Meister Messer. We offer cutting boards in different designs. In our online shop, you can find models in a classic look as well as cutting surfaces in a modern design that are real eye-catchers.

Why is it useful to use a cutting board?

Processing vegetables, meat, and more on a cutting board is recommended for various reasons. On the one hand, such a board serves as a practical surface – for example, to transfer chopped vegetables into a bowl. On the other hand, cutting boards protect the blades of your knives, ensuring they stay sharp for longer. At the same time, these kitchen tools preserve the work surface from scratches.

In addition, cutting boards can also be used for serving food or as coasters. Especially more extravagant models are suitable for this purpose, for example those equipped with decorations or possessing a particularly beautiful shape.

What material are cutting boards made of?

Most of the models available on the market are either cutting boards made of wood or cutting boards made of plastic. However, there are also versions made of glass and stone. The following overview illustrates the advantages and disadvantages of each material:

• Wooden cutting boards are still considered the ultimate classic nowadays. They are robust and score points with a pleasant feel and a high-quality look. In many cases, the cutting boards also have a natural antibacterial effect. However, a disadvantage is that wooden boards are generally not suitable for the dishwasher.
• Cutting boards made of plastic are lighter and generally slightly thinner than models made of wood. Plastic boards also do not absorb odors quite as strongly and do not discolor as quickly. Another plus is that they can be easily cleaned in the dishwasher.
• Cutting boards made of glass and stone are considered easy to care for and odor-neutral. Even though corresponding surfaces can look very appealing, they have a significant disadvantage: Due to the hard surface, they contribute to your cutting tools becoming dull faster. We therefore recommend opting for a cutting board made of wood or plastic instead.

What types of cutting boards are available?

In almost every cutting boards test, the kitchen tools are categorized as follows:

• Classic kitchen boards are mostly made of wood and come in square, oval, or round shapes. They are suitable for a variety of tasks in the kitchen, such as cutting, weighing, and serving.
• Cutting boards with juice groove are particularly suitable for fruit and meat. The juice groove ensures that no liquid - such as fruit or meat juice - runs off the board.
• Bread cutting boards feature grooves or a grid and a drawer to catch crumbs.
• Cutting mats made of plastic are flexible, making it easier for you to transfer the processed food into bowls, pans, or pots.

How to find your personal cutting board test winner

Whether the cutting board should be square, round, or oval is purely a matter of taste. Regarding the size of the base, the following applies: In principle, a surface of around 30 x 40 centimeters is sufficient for cutting. However, those who often cook for multiple people – such as a family of four or friends – and therefore need to cut a lot of vegetables and meat, are better off with a slightly larger version. Compact models, on the other hand, are suitable as serving boards.

Regardless of whether you opt for a cutting board made of wood or plastic, the surfaces are suitable for all types of food. However, a plastic board is a bit easier to care for, as it can be easily cleaned in the dishwasher.

In addition, it is recommended to use different cutting boards for the different food groups when cooking. There should be at least two cutting surfaces available: one for foods that may be affected by salmonella – such as meat products – and one for the rest.

Buy cutting boards cheap and easy online

In the online shop of Meister Messer, you can find both classic cutting boards and more compact serving trays. Our products are characterized not only by high-quality materials, but also by an excellent price-performance ratio - So take a look at the range of Meister Messer now and conveniently order online.