The key here is DO NOT CROSS-CONTAMINATE. Cross-contamination is the transfer of bacteria from one food to another by way of cutting boards, knives or improper handling. So it is advisable to keep foods apart.
- Prevent the meat juices to drip into other foods.
- Do not also cross-contaminate food with your own bacteria. Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds before and after handling food and using the bathroom.
- Wipe up kitchen surfaces using hot soapy water and clean towels.
- Wash cutting boards and knives after preparing each food item.
- If possible, use separate cutting boards for vegetables or fresh produce and for meat.
- Marinate food IN the refrigerator.
Other tips:
- Thaw preferably in the refrigerator not outside it. Do not let the juices drip into other food.
- Or else thaw in a leak-proof plastic bag submerged in cold water changing the water every 30 minutes.
- Cook immediately after thawing.
Just remember, CLEAN, SEPARATE, COOK, CHILL.

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I tend to get really OC when I cook, like washing my hands everytime I handle another type of food while cooking.. I never thought I was preventing cross-contamination.. :-) thanks for the info..
ReplyDeleteYes hand washing really is a good practice not just in food preparation. Thanks for dropping by cherrey.
ReplyDeleteWashing hands and the chopping board are essential in preventing some micro organisms. But commonly in our country most families only have one chopping board. This will be used for the entire chopping of different menu from meat to vegetables. I even practice this at home.. Thanks for your post sir, I will buy another chopping board for vegetable and fish.
ReplyDeleteBtw, congrats sir for being one of the officers of CBSi.
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